QuestionSBA
QuestionChoice
Lactulose works by increasing the volume of fluid in the lumen of the bowel via osmosis and causes peristalsis.
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e
Lactulose
QuestionChoice
This is used for treating infections,e.g. *Campylobacter jejuni*, that cause **diarrhoea**.
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d
Erythromycin
QuestionChoice
This is a stimulant laxative which stimulates peristalsis and therefore increases the motility of the large bowel.
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b
Senna
QuestionChoice
Loperamide is an opioid which can decrease intestinal motility and hence decrease the passage of faeces. This induces constipation.
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a
Loperamide
QuestionChoice
This is a type of bulk-forming laxative. It contains fibre which uses water in the intestines to bulk the stool and improve its movement within the bowel. It does not affect intestinal motility.
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c
Methylcellulose
Concept
Chapter
2693
5777
Anti-diarrhoeals
Topic
229
Pharmacology of the gastro-intestinal system
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Which of the following drugs is useful for decreasing colonic mass movement?
a