Question

Mention the action of the common drugs used for fluid and electrolyte imbalances with 2 examples for each.

Drugs Action ( specific action ) for each and 2 Examples for each

12.1) Acidifiers/ Alkalisers 12.2) Diuretics 12.3) Electrolytes 12.4) Replacement solutions

Answer 1

1. Acidifiers increases the level of gastric acid in the stomach when ingested, thus decreasing the stomach P^H

^{Examples- calcium chloride, ammonium chloride}

^{2. Alkalisers decreases the secretion of stomach acid.}

^{Examples- omeprazole, cimetidine}

^{3. Diuretics work by removing sodium and chloride from the body. It increases the excretion of water from bodies.}

^{Examples- furosemide, torsemide}

^{4. Electrolytes- when dissolved in water, electrolytes separate in to positively or negatively charged ions. The nerve reactions and muscle functions are dependant upon the proper exchange of these electrolyte ions outside and inside cells.}

^{Examples- Calcium, Magnesium}

^{5. Replacement solutions maintains body's water and electrolyte imbalance.}

^{Examples- Lactated Ringers solution, Dextrose 5%}