Pharmacology Chapter 31: Laxatives
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Which of the following are types of laxatives? (Select all that apply)

  • Antidiarrheal
  • Stimulant laxatives (correct)
  • Osmotic laxatives (correct)
  • Lubricant laxatives (correct)
  • What are examples of stimulant laxatives?

    Bisacodyl, Sennosides A & B

    What is the mechanism of action of osmotic laxatives?

    Draws water into the intestines from surrounding tissues

    What are some examples of osmotic laxatives?

    <p>Lactulose, Sorbitol, Polyethylene glycol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the effects of saline laxatives?

    <p>Softens stool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common example of a lubricant laxative?

    <p>Mineral oil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are bulk forming laxatives considered?

    <p>The safest laxative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a stool softener?

    <p>Docusate sodium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of opioid antagonists in relation to laxatives?

    <p>Inhibit constipation effects of opioid drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Common adverse effects of laxatives include ______.

    <p>abdominal spasms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should antidiarrheals not be used to treat?

    <p>Diarrhea related to bacterial infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some adverse effects of antidiarrheal medications?

    <p>Abdominal distention, nausea, constipation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Types of Laxatives

    • Stimulant laxatives: Irritate intestinal lining, promoting peristalsis and bowel evacuation within 6 to 10 hours orally and 60 to 90 minutes rectally.
    • Osmotic laxatives: Draw water into intestines; commonly used for colon preparation, e.g., GoLytely, lactulose.
    • Saline laxatives: Increase intestinal fluid secretion and motility; act within 1 to 3 hours, examples include magnesium hydroxide and sodium phosphates.
    • Lubricant laxatives: Such as mineral oil, coat and soften stool while minimizing bowel spasms; aspiration risk related to lipid pneumonia.
    • Bulk forming laxatives: Considered safest, they slowly normalize stool consistency, taking 12 to 72 hours to act; examples include wheat bran and psyllium.
    • Stool softeners: Facilitate stool passage and typically take up to 72 hours to be effective; commonly used post-surgery (e.g., docusate sodium).
    • Opioid antagonists: Target opioid receptors in the gastrointestinal tract to prevent constipation without affecting pain relief; examples include methylnaltrexone and naloxegol.

    Stimulant Laxative Examples

    • Common examples include bisacodyl (Correctol, Dulcolax) and sennosides A & B (Ex-Lax, Peri-Colace, Senokot).

    Osmotic Laxative Examples

    • Common agents include lactulose, sorbitol, polyethylene glycol, and glycerin (in suppository form).

    Saline Laxative Examples

    • Examples include magnesium hydroxide (Milk of Magnesia), magnesium sulfate, magnesium citrate, and sodium phosphates (Fleet's Soda).

    Common Adverse Effects of Laxatives

    • Potential side effects include abdominal spasms, tenderness, discomfort, nausea, flatulence, bleeding, vomiting, and diarrhea.

    Categories of Antidiarrheals

    • Classified as local (targeting symptoms directly) and systemic (acting on the body).

    Local Antidiarrheal Examples

    • Include difenoxin with atropine (Motofen), diphenoxylate with atropine (Lomotil), loperamide (Imodium A-D), and opium (Paregoric).

    Systemic Antidiarrheal Examples

    • Includes lactobacillus (Lactinex) and bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol, Kaopectate).

    Antidiarrheal Usage

    • Not recommended for diarrhea related to bacterial infections, as the body needs to eliminate pathogens effectively.

    Adverse Effects of Antidiarrheals

    • Possible adverse reactions include abdominal distention, nausea, constipation, and prolonged or worsening diarrhea.

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    Explore the various types of laxatives through this quiz based on Chapter 31 of Pharmacology. Learn about stimulant, osmotic, saline, lubricant, and bulk-forming laxatives, as well as stool softeners and opioid antagonists. Test your knowledge with flashcards that cover both definitions and examples.

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