Question

Lin complains to a doctor that he frequently experiences heartburn, indigestion, pain, and nausea. He also says that he vomits sometimes after meals. Which type of drug would the doctor most likely prescribe to Lin? an antacid, to treat the effects of a peptic ulcer a fiber supplement, to cure Crohn’s disease an absorbent drug, to prevent diarrhea an immunosuppressant, to reduce anxiety

Answer 1

The type of drug the doctor would prescribe for Lin's symptoms is an antacid, to treat the effects of a peptic ulcer.

Step-by-step explanation:

Heartburn, indigestion, pain, nausea and vomiting are classic symptoms of peptic ulcer or gastritis, so an antacid is a good therapeutic alternative.

Peptic ulcer is due to a state of hyperacidity of the stomach, where the walls of the stomach can become irritated and form wounds or ulcers. In addition to an antacid, ulcers are treated with gastric protectors —such as Omeprazole— and symptomatic treatment for pain and vomiting, all accompanied by an adequate diet.

The other options are not correct because:

• The symptoms do not correspond to Crohn's disease
• There is no diarrhea among Lin's symptoms.
• Peptic ulcer may be due to anxiety, but immunosuppressants are not used for this condition.