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adsorbents Mechanism of Action
- coat the walls of the GI tract
- bind the causative bacteria or toxin
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anticholinergic mechanism of action
work to slow peristalsis by reducing the rhythmic contractions and smooth muscle tone
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opiates mechanism of action
decrease bowel motility and relieve rectal spasms
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Intestinal flora modifiers
probiotics
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Antidiarrheal indications
diarrhea of various types and severity
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Bulk forming laxatives Mechanism of actions
- absorb water into the intestine which increases bulk
- Distend bowel to initiate reflex bowel activity
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Emollient/ stool softeners Mechanism of action
lowers the surface tension of GI fluids allowing more water and fat into it and lubricants the feces and intestinal walls
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Hyperosmotic Mechanism of aCtion
increase fecal water content in the large intestine
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Saline Mechanism of Action
- Increase osmotic pressure within the intestinal tract, causing more water to enter the intestines
- Results in bowel distention, increased peristalsis, and evacuation
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Stimulant Mechanism of action
stimulate the nerves that innervate the intestines
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Peripherally acting opioid antagonists
Block entrance of opioid into bowel
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Laxatives Contraindications
Acute surgical abdomen, appendicitis symptoms, fecal impaction, intestinal obstruction, undiagnosed abdominal pain
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Laxatives Adverse Effects
Related to overuse or misuse
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