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Antacids Flashcards

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Aluminum hydroxide gel

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Antacids

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Aluminum carbonate

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Antacids

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Aluminum hydroxide and magnesium trisilicate

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Antacids

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Magnesium hydroxide

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Antacids

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Aluminum hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide

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Antacids

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General action of antacids

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  • neutralizes gastric acids
  • raises gastric pH
  • inactivates pepsin
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General indications of Antacids

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  • peptic ulcer
  • indigestion
  • reflex esophagitis
  • prevent stress ulcers
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General side effects of Antacids

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  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • acid rebound between doses
  • metabolic acidosis
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General nursing considerations of Antacids

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  • Use meds with sodium content cautiously with cardiac and renal dz
  • absorption of tetracyclines, quinolones, phenothiazides, iron, preparations, isoniazid, reduced when given with antacids
  • effectiveness of oral contraceptives and salicylates may decrease when given with antacids
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