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Digestive Systems
Digestive Systems
8
Medical
Not Applicable
09/18/2005

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Term
Antacids (6)
Definition
Nexium,Prevacid,Protonix,Zantac,Pepcid,
Prilosec
Treats Heartburn
Term
Antiemetics (1)
Definition
Pherergan
Prevents vomiting
Term
Emetics (1)
Definition
Ipecac Syrup
Induce Vomiting
Term
Antidiarrheals (3)
Definition
Kaopectate,Imodium,Lomotil
To relive diarrhea
Term
Cathartics (laxatives) (4)
Definition
Senna,Lactulose,Biscodyl,Ducolax
To prevent constipation
Term
Bulk Forming Laxatives (3)
Definition
Fiberall,Metamucil,Benifiber
Adds fiber to diet
Term
Stool Softners (2)
Definition
Colace,Docusate Sodium
Softens the stool
Term
Lubricants
Definition
Mineral Oil
Lubes the stool
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