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What is the mechanism of action of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim)?
What is the mechanism of action of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim)?
- Bactericidal - inhibits cell wall synthesis
- Bactericidal - inhibits DNA replication
- Bacteriostatic - inhibits synthesis of folic acid (correct)
- Bacteriostatic - inhibits protein synthesis
Which statement about metronidazole (Flagyl) is incorrect?
Which statement about metronidazole (Flagyl) is incorrect?
- It is used to treat protozoa infections in the gastrointestinal and vaginal flora.
- It is bactericidal and works under anaerobic conditions.
- It is used as pre-operative prophylaxis.
- It inhibits the action of warfarin. (correct)
What is the mechanism of action of amphotericin B (Fungizone)?
What is the mechanism of action of amphotericin B (Fungizone)?
- Inhibits protein synthesis in fungal cells
- Causes fungal cells to leak out by affecting the cell wall (correct)
- Inhibits cell wall synthesis in fungal cells
- Inhibits DNA replication in fungal cells
Which statement about albuterol sulfate (Proventil) is correct?
Which statement about albuterol sulfate (Proventil) is correct?
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What is the mechanism of action of anticholinergic bronchodilators like ipratropium bromide (Atrovent)?
What is the mechanism of action of anticholinergic bronchodilators like ipratropium bromide (Atrovent)?
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Which statement about montelukast sodium (Singulair) is incorrect?
Which statement about montelukast sodium (Singulair) is incorrect?
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What is the mechanism of action of glucocorticoids like beclomethasone (Beclovent)?
What is the mechanism of action of glucocorticoids like beclomethasone (Beclovent)?
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Which statement about acetylcysteine (Mucomyst) is correct?
Which statement about acetylcysteine (Mucomyst) is correct?
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Which statement about isoniazid is incorrect?
Which statement about isoniazid is incorrect?
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What is the mechanism of action of thiazide diuretics like hydrochlorothiazide?
What is the mechanism of action of thiazide diuretics like hydrochlorothiazide?
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