Aluminum & Mag. Salt

Overall what do Antacids do?

decrease ACIDITY of acid (more basic) & protects stomach lining

what is the brand name for aluminum & magnesium salt antacid med?

gaviscon

If the aluminum causes this GI issue? _________

then magnesium will cause THIS GI issue? ____________

constipation

diarrhea

How do antacids work in the body? (2 things)

stimulate secretions to protect stomach and decrease acidity of secretions

This medication should NOT be given, when?

within two hours of ANY oral medication

What are two major side effects to know w/ ELECTROLYTES

hypomagnesium & hypophosphatemia

Other than oral medications, this med should NOT be given with this other GI problem? (and state two places this could be)

GI obstruction (stomach & small intestine)

When should an antacid be taken? (in the context of eating)

1 hour AFTER eating

magnesium salts are dangerous to those who are in WHAT?

Renal failure

What are the three substances that antacid stimulates to PROTECT the stomach & list what each of those substances do TO protect the stomach….

bicarb & mucous cells = protect the stomach

prostaglandins = prevent more acid from being made

can water be taken with antacids?

YES