Cytoprotective drugs: what they are and what they are used for

For this reason, these drugs are widely used in the treatment of gastritis, reflux esophagitis and ulcers. It is not surprising, therefore, that they fall in all respects into the group of gastroprotectors and anti-ulcer drugs.

Cytoprotective drugs can be divided into:

• Mucosal protective agents such as sucralfate and colloidal bismuth;
• Prostaglandin analogues such as misoprostol.

The main characteristics of these active ingredients will be briefly described below.