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casperchen82

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient is going to take enteric-coated phenolphthalein (Ex-Lax). Which of the following sub-stances should not be consumed along with Ex-Lax?
 
  a. Dairy products or antacids
  b. Citrus juices
  c. Coffee or tea
  d. Water

Question 2

A patient who is constipated also has a history of alcoholism and is taking disulfiram (Antabuse). Which laxative should not be ordered for this patient?
 
  a. Senna
  b. Bisacodyl
  c. Cascara sagrada
  d. Castor oil


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Fayaz00962

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The enteric coating of either phenolphthalein or bisacodyl should not be taken with antacids or within 1 hour after consuming dairy products. Otherwise, the enteric coating may be prematurely removed.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Of all the stimulant laxatives listed, cascara sagrada should not be given to patients with intoler-ance to alcohol. The aromatic fluid extract formulation of this drug contains 18 alcohol and should be avoided by these patients.


casperchen82

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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