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What is the generic name for Aciphex?
Which drug is classified as a Proton Pump Inhibitor?
What is the generic name for Prevacid?
Lansoprazole
What is the suffix used for Proton Pump Inhibitors?
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What is the classification of Pepcid?
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What condition do Proton Pump Inhibitors mainly treat?
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The generic name for Nexium is ______.
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Which drug is indicated for severe nausea and vomiting?
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H2 Blockers are usually taken before each meal.
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What is the classification of Glycolax?
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Match the following drugs with their generic names:
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Study Notes
Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs)
- Aciphex (Rabeprazole): Treats GERD; taken once daily, do not crush or chew.
- Prevacid (Lansoprazole): Treats GERD; taken once daily, do not crush or chew.
- Prilosec (Omeprazole): Treats GERD; taken once daily, do not crush or chew.
- Protonix (Pantoprazole): Treats GERD; taken once daily, do not crush or chew.
- Nexium (Esomeprazole): Treats GERD; taken once daily, do not crush or chew.
H2 Blockers
- Pepcid (Famotidine): Treats GERD; typically taken before each meal.
- Zantac (Ranitidine): Treats GERD; typically taken before each meal.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Asacol (Mesalamine): Used for Ulcerative Colitis.
Laxatives
- Colace (Docusate Sodium): A stool softener used for constipation.
- Glycolax (Polyethylene Glycol 3350): An osmotic laxative for constipation; available OTC as Miralax.
Anti-Nausea Medications
- Phenergan (Promethazine): An anti-nausea/anti-emetic; may cause drowsiness.
- Compro (Prochlorperazine): Used for severe nausea and vomiting.
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