Role of Antispasmodics in the Self-Treatment of Abdominal Cramping and Pain – Ordre des pharmaciens du Québec (OPQ)

Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:

1. Explain a functional gastrointestinal disorder to a patient;
2. Discuss the epidemiology of abdominal pain and cramping;
3. Assess a patient for “red-flag” circumstances that would prompt referral to a physician for further assessment;
4. Review the role of non-pharmacological interventions in reducing GI symptoms; and,
5. Discuss the role of antispasmodics for the self-medication of abdominal cramping and pain.