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What is the generic name for Metamucil?
Which of the following is a trade name for psyllium?
What is the therapeutic classification of psyllium?
Laxatives
What is the pharmacologic classification of psyllium?
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What are some indications for using psyllium?
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What actions does psyllium perform in the body?
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What are the therapeutic effects of psyllium?
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Psyllium may cause elevated blood glucose levels with prolonged use.
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What are some adverse reactions/side effects of psyllium?
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What are contraindications for using psyllium?
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Nursing implications for psyllium include assessing for ______.
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What should clients be taught when using psyllium?
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Study Notes
Psyllium (Metamucil) Overview
- Generic name: psyllium
- Trade names include Metamucil, Modane Bulk, Mylanta, Siblin, and Syllact.
Classification
- Therapeutic classification: laxatives.
- Pharmacologic classification: bulk-forming agents.
Indications
- Effective for managing simple or chronic constipation, especially beneficial for individuals on a low-fiber diet.
- Useful for patients who need to avoid straining during bowel movements.
- Can be employed in the management of chronic watery diarrhea.
Mechanism of Action
- Works by combining water with intestinal contents to form a gel or viscous solution.
- Promotes peristalsis and reduces gastrointestinal transit time.
- Absorbs liquid, swelling to create softer stools.
Therapeutic Effects
- Provides relief from and prevents constipation.
- Stimulates bowel function.
Laboratory Testing
- Prolonged use may lead to elevated blood glucose levels.
Adverse Reactions and Side Effects
- Respiratory: bronchospasm.
- Gastrointestinal: cramps, potential intestinal or esophageal obstruction, nausea, and vomiting.
Contraindications
- Not suitable for individuals with hypersensitivity, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting (especially with fever), serious adhesion, or dysphagia.
- Use with caution in patients consuming forms of sugar or with aspartame, especially those on sodium-restricted diets.
- Considered safe for use during pregnancy and lactation.
Nursing Implications
- Monitor for abdominal distention and check for the presence of bowel sounds.
- Assess the usual pattern of bowel function and evaluate stool color, consistency, and amount produced.
Client Teaching
- Recommend increasing dietary bulk, fluid intake, and mobility as alternatives for bowel regulation.
- Suitable for long-term management of chronic constipation.
- Advise patients with cardiac conditions to avoid straining during bowel movements.
- Caution against using laxatives if abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, or fever is present.
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Test your knowledge on psyllium, the active ingredient in Metamucil, with these educational flashcards. Explore key terms, classifications, and indications related to this common laxative. Perfect for pharmacy students and healthcare professionals.
