Aluminum & Mag. Salt
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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 side effects are _____
then magnesium will cause______?
constipation
diarrhea
How do antacids work in the body?
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? why?
hypomagnesium & hypophosphatemia
Other than oral medications, this med should NOT be given with this other GI problem? (and state where its located)
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
