AVAILABLE DRUGS ACTING ON THE ALIMENTARY SYSTEM


The drugs and preparations acting on the alimentary system are grossly classified into the following broad categories: -
1.   Antacids & other Anti-dyspeptic drugs.
2.    Antispasmodics (anticholinergics).
3.   Anticholinergic & Anti-psychotic combination products.
4.   Motility stimulants/Dopamine antagonists.
5.    Ulcer-healing drugs.
6.    Antidiarrhoeal drugs.
7.    Drugs in chronic inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD).
8.    Preparations for aphthus ulcer
9.    Laxatives, purgatives & lubricants.
10.  Local preparations for anal and rectal disorders.
11.  Drugs affecting intestinal secretions
12.  Others