24 Questions
Which medication is NOT an ACE inhibitor?
Atacand
Which side effect is common to all ACE inhibitors mentioned?
Dry cough
Which medication belongs to the class of Antiarrhythmic agents?
Xylocaine
Which medication can be used for hypertension and heart failure?
Vasotec
Which of the following ARBs can cause angioedema as a side effect?
Benicar
What is a common side effect of ARBs mentioned in the text?
Fatigue
Which group of medications is primarily used for hypertension, angina, myocardial infarction, arrhythmias, fatigue, bradycardia, depression, and choconstriction?
Beta blockers
Which type of medication is associated with adverse effects like peripheral edema, palpitations, drowsiness, and headache?
Calcium channel blockers
Which medication is classified as an antilipemic agent and is mainly used to treat hyperlipidemia?
Atorvastatin
What is the potential purpose of using carvedilol and propanolol in a patient with a history of myocardial infarction?
To prevent arrhythmias
Which medication can commonly cause muscle pain, upset stomach, headache, and dizziness as side effects?
Lovastatin
For which condition would a healthcare provider most likely prescribe amlodipine or diltiazem?
Hypertension
What is the primary purpose of Xarelto (rivaroxaban)?
Preventing blood clots and stroke
What are the common side effects associated with Pradaxa (dabigatran)?
Bleeding, bruising, and fatigue
Which class of medication does Effient (prasugrel) belong to?
Antiplatelet agents
What is the main purpose of Tenormin (atenolol)?
Treating hypertension and angina
Which medication is associated with the side effect of QT prolongation?
Rythmol (propafenone)
What distinguishes aspirin from the other medications listed?
It causes stomach irritation and is an antiplatelet agent
Which medication is categorized as an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor?
Zocor (simvastatin)
Which drug is classified as a potassium-sparing diuretic?
Aldactone (spironolactone)
Which medication is used to treat inflammatory bowel disease, specifically ulcerative colitis?
Asacol (mesalamine)
What is the main purpose of a vasodilator drug?
Treat hypertension
Which medication acts as a cholesterol absorption inhibitor?
Zetia (ezetimibe)
What is the function of diphenoxylate, as found in Lomotil?
Act as an anti-diarrheal agent
Test your knowledge on ACE inhibitors and their common side effects with this quiz. Identify the brand names and generic names along with their class and use. Be familiar with side effects such as dry cough, hypotension, and angioedema.
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