Medications that stimulate colonic contractions are called ____.

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Prokinetic agents stimulate the contractions of the gastrointestinal tract, including the colon, to promote bowel emptying. Examples of prokinetic agents include metoclopramide and cisapride. Antispasmodic drugs (A) relax smooth muscle and are used to treat irritable bowel syndrome. Cholinergic agonists (B) stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system, which can lead to increased colonic motility, but they are not commonly used for this purpose. Antiemetic medications (C) are used to treat nausea and vomiting and do not have a direct effect on colonic contractions.

Medications That Stimulate Colonic Contractions Are Called ____