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What is a key advantage of topical therapy in oral medicine?
What is a key advantage of topical therapy in oral medicine?
- Being applied directly to the lesion (correct)
- Having a short retention time
- Being absorbed systemically for quick action
- Containing only the active drug with no vehicle
Which property of Chlorhexidine makes it effective against a wide range of microorganisms?
Which property of Chlorhexidine makes it effective against a wide range of microorganisms?
- Strong absorption in the body
- Anionic nature
- Cationic nature (correct)
- Minimal binding to skin and mucosa
What is a potential adverse effect of Chlorhexidine use in oral medicine?
What is a potential adverse effect of Chlorhexidine use in oral medicine?
- Enhanced tooth enamel
- No adverse effects reported
- Staining of teeth and oral tissues (correct)
- Increased oral health
What happens when Chlorhexidine is used at low doses?
What happens when Chlorhexidine is used at low doses?
What can be said about the retention of Chlorhexidine in oral fluids after rinsing?
What can be said about the retention of Chlorhexidine in oral fluids after rinsing?
Why is the vehicle in topical agents important?
Why is the vehicle in topical agents important?
What is the purpose of continuing treatment at least 48 hours after clinical symptoms disappear?
What is the purpose of continuing treatment at least 48 hours after clinical symptoms disappear?
What is the mechanism of action of Amphotericin on fungal cells?
What is the mechanism of action of Amphotericin on fungal cells?
What is a common adverse effect associated with the topical application of Acyclovir?
What is a common adverse effect associated with the topical application of Acyclovir?
Why is it recommended to allow one Benzydamine lozenge to dissolve slowly in the mouth after meals?
Why is it recommended to allow one Benzydamine lozenge to dissolve slowly in the mouth after meals?
In what clinical conditions is Benzydamine commonly used?
In what clinical conditions is Benzydamine commonly used?
What is the main difference between bezydamine and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents?
What is the main difference between bezydamine and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents?
What is a key requirement for Acyclovir to become active against viral DNA polymerase?
What is a key requirement for Acyclovir to become active against viral DNA polymerase?
What is a precaution when using bezydamine in patients?
What is a precaution when using bezydamine in patients?
How should bezydamine gel be applied for local adverse reactions?
How should bezydamine gel be applied for local adverse reactions?
What are the overall actions of glucocorticoids?
What are the overall actions of glucocorticoids?
What clinical effect is associated with glucocorticoids' antagonism of insulin secretion and actions?
What clinical effect is associated with glucocorticoids' antagonism of insulin secretion and actions?
What metabolic regulation do glucocorticoids primarily impact?
What metabolic regulation do glucocorticoids primarily impact?
What factors does vasoconstriction depend on?
What factors does vasoconstriction depend on?
Which topical corticosteroid is classified as mild?
Which topical corticosteroid is classified as mild?
What adverse side effect can topical corticosteroids have on collagen?
What adverse side effect can topical corticosteroids have on collagen?
Which condition is Triamcinolone acetonide indicated for?
Which condition is Triamcinolone acetonide indicated for?
What class of drugs are contraindicated in ulcers due to viral or bacterial infections?
What class of drugs are contraindicated in ulcers due to viral or bacterial infections?
What action should be taken if a patient using Triamcinolone acetonide reports dizziness or weakness?
What action should be taken if a patient using Triamcinolone acetonide reports dizziness or weakness?
How should the preparation be applied to a lesion when using Triamcinolone acetonide Sig.WaxOrabase Venice?
How should the preparation be applied to a lesion when using Triamcinolone acetonide Sig.WaxOrabase Venice?
What is the main side effect to watch out for when using oral corticosteroids like Prednisolone?
What is the main side effect to watch out for when using oral corticosteroids like Prednisolone?
When should the preparation be applied when using Triamcinolone acetonide Sig.WaxOrabase Venice?
When should the preparation be applied when using Triamcinolone acetonide Sig.WaxOrabase Venice?
What is a significant side effect of suddenly withdrawing systemic corticosteroids?
What is a significant side effect of suddenly withdrawing systemic corticosteroids?
Why is Betamethasone dipropionate considered very potent?
Why is Betamethasone dipropionate considered very potent?
When is it appropriate to use systemic corticosteroids like Prednisolone?
When is it appropriate to use systemic corticosteroids like Prednisolone?
