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What is the primary pharmacological effect of dexpanthenol?
What is the primary pharmacological effect of dexpanthenol?
- Increases GI motility by inhibiting parasympathetic action
- Increases acetylcholine levels to stimulate parasympathetic activity (correct)
- Decreases the sensitivity of GI tissues to parasympathetic activity
- Promotes GI obstruction by slowing down peristalsis
Which adverse effect is most commonly associated with gastrointestinal stimulants?
Which adverse effect is most commonly associated with gastrointestinal stimulants?
- Nausea (correct)
- Drowsiness
- Constipation
- Heart palpitations
What is a contraindication for the use of gastrointestinal stimulants?
What is a contraindication for the use of gastrointestinal stimulants?
- History of allergy to these drugs (correct)
- Hypertension
- Diabetes mellitus
- Chronic pain conditions
How does the pharmacokinetic profile of metoclopramide differ from that of dexpanthenol?
How does the pharmacokinetic profile of metoclopramide differ from that of dexpanthenol?
Which of the following statements regarding metoclopramide is true?
Which of the following statements regarding metoclopramide is true?
What is the primary mechanism of action for loperamide in treating diarrhea?
What is the primary mechanism of action for loperamide in treating diarrhea?
Which of the following antidiarrheals is classified as a category C-III controlled substance?
Which of the following antidiarrheals is classified as a category C-III controlled substance?
What adverse effect is specifically associated with the use of opium derivatives as antidiarrheals?
What adverse effect is specifically associated with the use of opium derivatives as antidiarrheals?
Which antidiarrheal is minimally absorbed and primarily acts locally in the GIT?
Which antidiarrheal is minimally absorbed and primarily acts locally in the GIT?
In which scenarios should caution be taken when administering antidiarrheals?
In which scenarios should caution be taken when administering antidiarrheals?
What is the primary function of antacids in the gastrointestinal system?
What is the primary function of antacids in the gastrointestinal system?
Which of the following is not a commonly prescribed H2 receptor antagonist?
Which of the following is not a commonly prescribed H2 receptor antagonist?
What effect do H2 receptor antagonists have on gastric acid secretion?
What effect do H2 receptor antagonists have on gastric acid secretion?
What is a potential adverse reaction associated with H2 receptor antagonists?
What is a potential adverse reaction associated with H2 receptor antagonists?
How do proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) inhibit gastric acid production?
How do proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) inhibit gastric acid production?
When are proton pump inhibitors primarily indicated?
When are proton pump inhibitors primarily indicated?
What is a primary action of Misoprostol in the treatment of gastric ulcers?
What is a primary action of Misoprostol in the treatment of gastric ulcers?
What can decrease the absorption of H2 receptor antagonists?
What can decrease the absorption of H2 receptor antagonists?
Which of the following statements about antacids is correct?
Which of the following statements about antacids is correct?
Which of the following is a common side effect associated with proton pump inhibitors?
Which of the following is a common side effect associated with proton pump inhibitors?
What is the role of H2 receptor antagonists in treating Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome?
What is the role of H2 receptor antagonists in treating Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome?
Sucralfate primarily works by forming a protective barrier in which part of the body?
Sucralfate primarily works by forming a protective barrier in which part of the body?
Which condition is Misoprostol specifically contraindicated in?
Which condition is Misoprostol specifically contraindicated in?
What might occur if cimetidine is taken alongside anticoagulants?
What might occur if cimetidine is taken alongside anticoagulants?
What is a key contraindication for the use of Sucralfate?
What is a key contraindication for the use of Sucralfate?
Which side effects are primarily associated with Misoprostol?
Which side effects are primarily associated with Misoprostol?
Which interaction occurs with proton pump inhibitors affecting drug metabolism?
Which interaction occurs with proton pump inhibitors affecting drug metabolism?
What should be monitored when combining aluminum salts with Sucralfate?
What should be monitored when combining aluminum salts with Sucralfate?
Which of the following patients should avoid using a proton pump inhibitor?
Which of the following patients should avoid using a proton pump inhibitor?
What effect does Sucralfate have on pepsin activity in gastric juices?
What effect does Sucralfate have on pepsin activity in gastric juices?
What is the primary action of chemical stimulants in the gastrointestinal tract?
What is the primary action of chemical stimulants in the gastrointestinal tract?
Which chemical stimulant is specifically noted for causing a thorough evacuation of the intestine?
Which chemical stimulant is specifically noted for causing a thorough evacuation of the intestine?
What is a common adverse effect associated with the use of laxatives?
What is a common adverse effect associated with the use of laxatives?
Which of the following laxatives is classified as a bulk stimulant?
Which of the following laxatives is classified as a bulk stimulant?
When should docusate be used with caution?
When should docusate be used with caution?
What is a distinct characteristic of bulk stimulants?
What is a distinct characteristic of bulk stimulants?
Which laxative works by pulling fluid out of the systemic circulation into the intestinal lumen?
Which laxative works by pulling fluid out of the systemic circulation into the intestinal lumen?
What effect does excessive use of mineral oil have concerning dietary components?
What effect does excessive use of mineral oil have concerning dietary components?
What is the general onset time for castor oil's action?
What is the general onset time for castor oil's action?
What caution should be considered when using polyethylene glycol electrolyte solution?
What caution should be considered when using polyethylene glycol electrolyte solution?
Which laxative primarily acts as a hyperosmolar agent to facilitate evacuation?
Which laxative primarily acts as a hyperosmolar agent to facilitate evacuation?
Bisacodyl's mechanism of action can best be described as:
Bisacodyl's mechanism of action can best be described as:
Which of the following is NOT a common GI adverse effect of laxatives?
Which of the following is NOT a common GI adverse effect of laxatives?
