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Drugs acting on the gastrointestinal system
the stomach acid without increasing acid production
is a clinical challenge.
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The GI protectant sucralfate forms a protective
coating over the eroded stomach lining to protect it
from acid and digestive enzymes to aid healing.
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The prostaglandin misoprostol blocks gastric
acid secretion while increasing the production of
bicarbonate and mucus lining in the stomach.
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Digestive enzymes such as pancreatic enzymes may
be needed if normal enzyme levels are very low and
proper digestion cannot take place.
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