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What is the therapeutic action of sympathomimetics drugs?
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?
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?
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?
What is the potential consequence of chronic use of nonnarcotic drugs?
Anticholinergics are used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease.
Anticholinergics are used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease.
Sympathomimetics mimic the action of the parasympathetic nervous system.
Sympathomimetics mimic the action of the parasympathetic nervous system.
NSAIDs inhibit prostaglandins, which are local pain mediators.
NSAIDs inhibit prostaglandins, which are local pain mediators.
Chronic use of narcotics can lead to physical dependence.
Chronic use of narcotics can lead to physical dependence.
Warfarin and Rivaroxaban are used to prevent the formation of blood clots.
Warfarin and Rivaroxaban are used to prevent the formation of blood clots.
Rosuvastatin and Atorvastatin help lower cholesterol and triglycerides in patients with high serum levels.
Rosuvastatin and Atorvastatin help lower cholesterol and triglycerides in patients with high serum levels.
Proton pump inhibitors decrease stomach acid secretion by interfering with the action of histamine.
Proton pump inhibitors decrease stomach acid secretion by interfering with the action of histamine.
Insulin Lispro stimulates the release of insulin from the pancreas.
Insulin Lispro stimulates the release of insulin from the pancreas.
Mometasone is a type of antibiotic.
Mometasone is a type of antibiotic.
Ibuprofen is classified as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.
Ibuprofen is classified as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.
Antifungals are effective against viruses.
Antifungals are effective against viruses.
Beta-Blockers are used to lower intraocular pressure.
Beta-Blockers are used to lower intraocular pressure.
Prostaglandin Analogs can help reduce elevated levels of uric acid in the blood.
Prostaglandin Analogs can help reduce elevated levels of uric acid in the blood.
Topiramate is used to treat impotence.
Topiramate is used to treat impotence.
Methimazole is used to treat hyperthyroidism.
Methimazole is used to treat hyperthyroidism.
Cyclophosphamide destroys only cancer cells and has no effect on normal cells.
Cyclophosphamide destroys only cancer cells and has no effect on normal cells.
Which medication works by reducing stomach acidity through the blocking of hydrogen ions transport into the stomach?
Which medication works by reducing stomach acidity through the blocking of hydrogen ions transport into the stomach?
What is the primary therapeutic action of Ranitidine and Famotidine?
What is the primary therapeutic action of Ranitidine and Famotidine?
Which drug is used to protect the gastric mucosa by neutralizing excess hydrochloric acid in gastric juice and inhibiting pepsin?
Which drug is used to protect the gastric mucosa by neutralizing excess hydrochloric acid in gastric juice and inhibiting pepsin?
What is the main function of Lispro Insulin?
What is the main function of Lispro Insulin?
How do corticosteroids reduce inflammation and pain?
How do corticosteroids reduce inflammation and pain?
Which class of drugs is specifically mentioned to counteract inflammation and swelling?
Which class of drugs is specifically mentioned to counteract inflammation and swelling?
How do antifungals primarily work to combat infections?
How do antifungals primarily work to combat infections?
What is the main therapeutic effect of antiparasitic drugs like Metronidazole and Albendazole?
What is the main therapeutic effect of antiparasitic drugs like Metronidazole and Albendazole?
Which class of drugs reduces blood pressure by reducing cardiac output, dilating vessels, or promoting excretion of water by the kidneys?
Which class of drugs reduces blood pressure by reducing cardiac output, dilating vessels, or promoting excretion of water by the kidneys?
What do Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARBs) primarily antagonize to reduce vasoconstriction and relax veins and arteries?
What do Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARBs) primarily antagonize to reduce vasoconstriction and relax veins and arteries?
Which type of anesthetics reduce or eliminate sensation of certain parts of the body?
Which type of anesthetics reduce or eliminate sensation of certain parts of the body?
What is the primary function of Calcium-channel blockers in the cardiovascular system?
What is the primary function of Calcium-channel blockers in the cardiovascular system?
What is the primary purpose of Topiramate and Sildenafil as mentioned in the text?
What is the primary purpose of Topiramate and Sildenafil as mentioned in the text?
What is the mechanism of action of Latanoprost and Travoprost as described in the text?
What is the mechanism of action of Latanoprost and Travoprost as described in the text?
Which medication is specifically used to manage or reduce obesity?
Which medication is specifically used to manage or reduce obesity?
What is the intended effect of Methotrexate and Tamoxifen as mentioned in the text?
What is the intended effect of Methotrexate and Tamoxifen as mentioned in the text?
