GERD and Peptic Ulcer Medications

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Which medication inhibits histamine and gastric acid secretion?

Cimetidine

What is the drug of choice for erosive esophagitis for an 8-week treatment?

PPI

Which medication is associated with peripheral neuropathy and a disulfiram reaction?

Metronidazole

Which medication is used to replace prostaglandins lost and is an abortive agent?

Misoprostol

Which medication is given intravenously with diphenhydramine and acetaminophen?

Infliximab (Remicade)

Which medication is associated with HTN initial episode and non-severe Crohn's disease?

Adalimumab (Humira)

Which medication is specifically used if ileus is present in fulminant Crohn's disease?

Fulminant VAN

Which medication is administered subcutaneously and is associated with antibodies?

Golimumab (Simponi)

Which medication is a Janus kinase inhibitor and can be administered by mouth or through interactions?

Tofacitinib (Xeljanz)

Which medication is associated with pirates' rash and is administered intravenously at weeks 0, 4, and 8?

Mirikizumab (Omvoh)

Which medication is used for maintaining Crohn's disease remission without the use of steroids?

Thiopurines

Which medication is a purine antagonist and associated with anorexia and bone marrow suppression?

$6$-mercaptopurine (Purixan)

Which medication is a monclonal antibody that targets C. TNF alpha for Crohn's disease?

Infliximab

Which medication is associated with decreasing leukocyte migration and high first pass metabolism?

Budesonide

Which medication should be avoided for remission due to photosensitivity, alopecia, and suppressed bone marrow?

Methotrexate

Which antibiotic should be avoided in neonates due to the risk of seizures?

Cerriaxone (Rocephin)

Which medication is used for its gel-like property to protect cells from acid damage and requires an acidic environment?

Sucralfate

Which medication is a 5-HT3 blocker and is known for its long half-life and common use in chemotherapy?

Palonosetron (Aloxi)

Which medication should be avoided in females who are pregnant as it inhibits replication and can lead to depression and loss of appetite?

Ribavirin

Which medication is used specifically for its antinausea effects and is the only over-the-counter medication for nausea?

Emetrol

Which medication is an interferon that interferes with the immune response and can lead to side effects like alopecia and depression?

Pegasys

Which medication is contraindicated in ascites due to its vasoconstrictive effects and reduction of portal blood flow?

Nadolol

Which medication, used in hepatitis C treatment, takes 12 weeks and should be excluded with amiodarone due to the risk of slow heart rate?

Sofosbuvir + velpatasvir (Epclusa)

Which medication, used for hemorrhoids, has vasoconstrictive properties and is used specifically for external hemorrhoids?

Phenylephrine

"Norfloxacin", an antibiotic, is known for causing which side effect when taken on an empty stomach?

(Lomo2l) Diphenoxylate + atropine

What is the generic name of the medication that can be used for external or internal hemorrhoids, as ointments work better?

Hydrocortisone

Which type of interferon, used in hepatitis B, has weekly subcutaneous dosing?

Pegasys

Test your knowledge about medications used for treating GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) and Peptic Ulcer Disease. Learn about H2 blockers, PPIs, their mechanisms of action, and associated concerns and side effects.

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