Lecture Notes: Drugs That Reduce Acid and Prevent Ulcers

Overview

• Presenter: Nurse Mike from SimpleNursing.com
• Topic: Drugs to reduce acid and prevent ulcers
• Main Goal: To protect the GI tract from its own acid

Key Concepts

Types of Disorders

• Gastritis: Irritation of the stomach.
• GERD: Gastroesophageal reflux, also known as heartburn or acid reflux.
• Ulcers: Breaks in the lining of the GI tract.
  • Gastric Ulcer: Located in the stomach.
  • Peptic Ulcer: General term, often involves the stomach.
  • Duodenal Ulcer: Located in the duodenum of the small intestine.

Drug Categories

1. Antacids: For fast, immediate relief by neutralizing stomach acid.

   • Important Note: Never to be taken with other medications (critical test topic).
   • Acronym: SCAM (due to short duration of effect).
     • S: Sodium bicarbonate (Alka-Seltzer).
     • C: Calcium carbonate (Tums, Rolaids).
     • A: Aluminum hydroxide.
     • M: Magnesium hydroxide (Milk of Magnesia; also acts as a laxative).

2. Mucosal Protectants: Protect the lining of the GI tract from ulcers.

   • Example: Sucralfate.

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