Laxative Crossword

3. Osmotic laxative used for mild constipation and bowel preparation (two words)
4. ________ increases cGMP leading to increased intestinal fluid secretion. Warnings and precaution for severe diarrhea
5. ________ is a laxative that increases intestinal fluid secretion by activating locally acting chloride channels
8. A drug used for opioid constipation that is associated with post-op ileus is ______
10. Peripheral opioid antagonist that begins with the letter M
12. _______ increases the bulk of the stool and promotes motility

1. Patients should be advised to not recline after oral administration of mineral oil. What could happen if oral droplets are aspirated? (two words)
2. Drug administered rectally that increases peristalsis and water content of stool
6. Stool softener that reduces the surface tension of the oil-water interface of the stool, resulting in enhanced incorporation of water and fat
7. This medication can be taken if symptoms are refractory to other classes of laxatives
9. This laxative works by stimulating the intestinal wall leading to an intensified peristalsis
10. Osmotic agents include sugars, salts, and PEG. Examples of salts include _______hydroxide and _______ citrate
11. An example of a bulk-forming laxative is ______