Question

frequently prescribed drugs - 2025 update

1. which of the following is an anti - motility drug used to treat diarrhea?

a○donnagel®
b○imodium®
c○kaopectate®
d○pepto - bismol®

Explanation:

Immodium (loperamide) is a well - known anti - motility drug used to treat diarrhea by slowing down the movement of the intestines. Donnagel is an antacid and anti - diarrhea product mainly for its adsorbent and antacid properties. Kaopectate contains bismuth subsalicylate which has antidiarrheal effects through multiple mechanisms but is not primarily an anti - motility drug. Pepto - Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) also has multiple actions like adsorbing toxins and has some antidiarrheal properties but not mainly as an anti - motility agent.

Answer:

B. Immodium®