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GIT Part 1

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  • Which laxative can be used to treat hepatic encephalopathy?
    Lactulose
  • Which antidiarrheal is used in acute infantile diarrhea?
    Probiotics
  • Which two agents are used for management of flatulence?
    Dimethicone and Simethicone
  • Which OTC laxative is available in oral and ****** dosage forms?
    Bisacodyl
  • Which laxative can also be used for treatment of heartburn?
    Magnesium hydroxide
  • What are the three OTC stimulant laxatives according to EDA?
    Bisacodyl and sodium picosulfate.
  • Which fruit can be used in the non-pharmacological management of constipation?
    Prunes
  • What other agent is with sodium citrate in Purgolaxin enema?
    Sodium lauryl sulfoacetate
  • Which antidiarrheal causes angioedema?
    Racecadotril
  • Which 2 antidiarrheal(s) work on mu-opioid receptor?
    Racecadotril and Loperamide
  • Which laxative is both hyperosmotic and a stool softener?
    Glycerin
  • Which laxative may worsen IBS because of gases and bloating?
    Lactulose