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Chapter: Clinical Pharmacology: Gastrointestinal drugs

Antidiarrheal and laxative drugs

Diarrhea and constipation are the two major symptoms related to disturbances of the large intestine.

Antidiarrheal and laxative drugs

Diarrhea and constipation are the two major symptoms related to disturbances of the large intestine.

Is it local?

 

Antidiarrheals act systemically or locally and include:

 

·                 opioid-related drugs

·                 kaolin and pectin

·                 5-HT3 receptor antagonists (alosetron).

 

Loosen up!

 

Laxatives stimulate defecation and include:

 

·                 hyperosmolar drugs

 

·                 dietary fiber and related bulk-forming substances

 

·                 emollients

 

·                 stimulants

 

·                 lubricants.

 

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