A GI cocktail is given to a patient who has a bleeding peptic ulcer.

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A GI cocktail (a mixture of antacid, lidocaine, and viscous liquid) is often given to patients with symptoms of a peptic ulcer, including abdominal pain and heartburn. However, it is not typically used to treat the bleeding associated with a peptic ulcer. Treatment for a bleeding ulcer may involve endoscopy, medications to decrease stomach acid production and promote healing, and possibly surgery.

A GI Cocktail Is Given to a Patient Who Has