Miscellaneous GI agents
What are Miscellaneous GI agents?
Gastrointestinal (GI) agents include many different classes of drugs that are used to treat gastrointestinal disorders. They can be classed as: 5-aminosalicylates, antacids, antidiarrheals, digestive enzymes, functional bowel disorder agents, gallstone solubilizing agents, GI stimulants, H. pylori eradication agents, H2 antagonists, laxatives and proton pump inhibitors. A gastrointestinal agents that does not fit into these categories is put in the class of miscellaneous GI agents.
A ‘Gastrointestinal Agent’ is a type of medication that is used to treat diseases related to the human digestive system, such as oral, esophageal, gastric, or intestinal diseases.
Gastrointestinal Medications
- Antacids. Aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide (Mylanta, Maalox) Calcium carbonate (Tums, Rolaids, Chooz)
- Proton Pump Inhibitors. Omeprazole (Prilosec) Lansoprazole (Prevacid)
- Histamine2 Blockers. Cimetidine (Tagamet)
- Promotility Agents. Metoclopramide (Reglan)
List of Miscellaneous GI agents
Misoprostol
Sama Mohamed
September 5, 2025





