1st Year Pharmacy Stage Lecture 3 Part 2: Common Drugs and Their Actions
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What is the therapeutic action of sympathomimetics drugs?

  • Mimic the action of the sympathetic Adrenergic nervous system (correct)
  • Inhibit prostaglandins production
  • Treat gastrointestinal cramps
  • Treat glaucoma and myasthenia gravis

    • What is the main therapeutic use of anticholinergics drugs?

  • Treat overactive bladder (correct)
  • Treat bronchospasms
  • Reduce fever
  • Inhibit prostaglandins production

    • What category do narcotics (opioids) and nonnarcotic (NSAIDs) fall under?

  • Anticholinergics
  • Analgesics (correct)
  • Beta-blockers
  • Sympathomimetics

    • What is the potential consequence of chronic use of nonnarcotic drugs?

    <p>Physical dependence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Anticholinergics are used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sympathomimetics mimic the action of the parasympathetic nervous system.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    NSAIDs inhibit prostaglandins, which are local pain mediators.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Chronic use of narcotics can lead to physical dependence.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Warfarin and Rivaroxaban are used to prevent the formation of blood clots.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Rosuvastatin and Atorvastatin help lower cholesterol and triglycerides in patients with high serum levels.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Proton pump inhibitors decrease stomach acid secretion by interfering with the action of histamine.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Insulin Lispro stimulates the release of insulin from the pancreas.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mometasone is a type of antibiotic.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ibuprofen is classified as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Antifungals are effective against viruses.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Beta-Blockers are used to lower intraocular pressure.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Prostaglandin Analogs can help reduce elevated levels of uric acid in the blood.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Topiramate is used to treat impotence.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Methimazole is used to treat hyperthyroidism.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cyclophosphamide destroys only cancer cells and has no effect on normal cells.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication works by reducing stomach acidity through the blocking of hydrogen ions transport into the stomach?

    <p>Esomeprazole (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary therapeutic action of Ranitidine and Famotidine?

    <p>Reduce stomach acid secretion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is used to protect the gastric mucosa by neutralizing excess hydrochloric acid in gastric juice and inhibiting pepsin?

    <p>Magnesium hydroxide (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of Lispro Insulin?

    <p>Stimulate insulin release from the pancreas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do corticosteroids reduce inflammation and pain?

    <p>By interfering with the synthesis of prostaglandins (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which class of drugs is specifically mentioned to counteract inflammation and swelling?

    <p>Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do antifungals primarily work to combat infections?

    <p>By interfering with DNA replication and repair in bacteria (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main therapeutic effect of antiparasitic drugs like Metronidazole and Albendazole?

    <p>Disrupting protein synthesis in bacteria (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which class of drugs reduces blood pressure by reducing cardiac output, dilating vessels, or promoting excretion of water by the kidneys?

    <p>Beta-Adrenergic Blockers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARBs) primarily antagonize to reduce vasoconstriction and relax veins and arteries?

    <p>Angiotensin II-induced vasoconstriction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of anesthetics reduce or eliminate sensation of certain parts of the body?

    <p>Local Anesthetics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Calcium-channel blockers in the cardiovascular system?

    <p>Relax blood vessels (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of Topiramate and Sildenafil as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Treat impotence (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action of Latanoprost and Travoprost as described in the text?

    <p>Increase outflow of aqueous humor (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is specifically used to manage or reduce obesity?

    <p>Phentermine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the intended effect of Methotrexate and Tamoxifen as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Destroy cancer cells (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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