Antiviral Treatment Options and Agents
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What is the mechanism of action of Ribavirin in treating HCV?

  • Inhibits NS5B RNA polymerase (correct)
  • Prevents viral replication by chain termination
  • Blocks viral entry into host cells
  • Enhances host immune response

    • Which of the following is a therapeutic use of Ribavirin?

  • Urinary tract infections
  • Hepatitis C infection (correct)
  • Bacterial pneumonia
  • Influenza treatment

    • What is a common adverse effect associated with Ribavirin therapy?

  • Hypotension
  • Hemolytic anemia (correct)
  • Hypokalemia
  • Peripheral neuropathy

    • Patients with which condition should avoid Ribavirin therapy due to contraindications?

    <p>Pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of hepatitis virus does Sofosbuvir (Sovaldi) mainly target?

    <p>Hepatitis C virus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary class of antiviral agents that includes Boceprevir, Telaprevir, Simeprevir, and Sofosbuvir?

    <p>Protease inhibitors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action of Ribavirin in treating viral infections?

    <p>Induces host cell enzymes that inhibit viral RNA translation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a therapeutic use of Ribavirin?

    <p>Treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are common adverse effects associated with Ribavirin therapy?

    <p>Bone marrow suppression and fatigue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for Ribavirin therapy?

    <p>Pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hepatitis virus is commonly treated with Ribavirin in combination therapy?

    <p>Hepatitis C Virus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which interferon is commonly used in combination with Ribavirin for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus infections?

    <p>Peginterferon alfa-2a</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action of Ribavirin?

    <p>Inhibiting guanosine triphosphate formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which condition is Ribavirin used in combination with other direct-acting antivirals?

    <p>Chronic hepatitis C infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which adverse effect is associated with Ribavirin use?

    <p>Elevated bilirubin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Ribavirin contraindicated in pregnancy?

    <p>It is highly teratogenic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following hepatitis viruses is known to cause chronic infection and can lead to hepatocellular carcinoma?

    <p>Hepatitis C virus</p> Signup and view all the answers

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