Cardiovascular and Respiratory Agents Quiz
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What is the generic name for Tenormin?

  • Apixaban
  • Atorvastatin
  • Amlodipine
  • Atenolol (correct)

Which medication is classified as a Calcium channel blocker?

  • Cardizem CD (correct)
  • Amiodarone
  • Chlorthalidone
  • Captopril

What is the primary indication for Vasotec?

  • Antianginal
  • Antihyperlipidemic
  • Anticoagulant
  • Antihypertensive (correct)

Which medication is a brand name for Ezetimibe?

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What is the mechanism of action of Coumadin?

<p>Vitamin K Antagonist (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statin medication is in the same therapeutic class as Pravastatin?

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What is the main therapeutic classification of Albuterol?

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Which medication inhibits HMG-CoA reductase?

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Which medication is used for treating hyperthyroidism?

<p>Methimazole (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the therapeutic classification of Loratadine?

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Which of these medications would be prescribed primarily for benign prostatic hyperplasia?

<p>Tamsulosin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the mechanism of action for Fentanyl.

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Which medication is a brand name for a combination of acetaminophen and hydrocodone?

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What is the primary action of inhaled corticosteroids such as Budesonide?

<p>Anti-inflammatory (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is used as a long-acting beta-agonist for asthma management?

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Which medication is classified as a COX-2 inhibitor?

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What type of medication is Ortho-Cyclen?

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Which medication is a common treatment for allergic rhinitis?

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Flashcards

Generic name for Tenormin

Atenolol

ACE inhibitor example

Benazepril Hydrochloride

Therapeutic class of Cardizem CD

Calcium channel blocker

Primary indication for Vasotec

Antihypertensive

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Generic name for Zetia

Ezetimibe

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Medication that inhibits HMG-CoA reductase

Lovastatin

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Therapeutic class of Albuterol

Beta2-adrenergic agonist

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Mechanism of Coumadin

Vitamin K Antagonist

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What is the medication for allergy relief that is commonly used?

Loratadine is an antihistamine.

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What is the main therapeutic effect of inhaled corticosteroids like Budesonide?

Inhaled corticosteroids like Budesonide act primarily as anti-inflammatory agents, helping to reduce inflammation in the airways.

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What type of medication is Ortho-Cyclen?

Ortho-Cyclen is a combination of estrogen and progestin hormones used for contraception.

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What is the brand name for Finasteride?

Proscar is a brand name for Finasteride, a medication used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

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Why would someone be taking Tamsulosin?

Tamsulosin is primarily prescribed for the treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), a condition affecting the prostate gland.

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What is the primary use of Methimazole?

Methimazole is primarily used to treat hyperthyroidism, a condition where the thyroid gland produces excessive hormones.

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What is the brand name for the combination of Acetaminophen and Hydrocodone?

Norco is a brand name for the combination of Acetaminophen and Hydrocodone, a pain reliever.

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What is the therapeutic classification of Celecoxib?

Celecoxib is classified as a COX-2 inhibitor, a type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

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What is the generic name for Voltaren?

Diclofenac is the generic name for Voltaren, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

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What is the mechanism of action of Fentanyl?

Fentanyl acts as an opioid receptor agonist, binding to opioid receptors in the central nervous system and causing pain relief.

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Study Notes

Cardiovascular Agents

  • Tenormin (generic): Atenolol
  • ACE inhibitor: Benazepril Hydrochloride
  • Cardizem CD classification: Calcium channel blocker
  • Vasotec indication: Antihypertensive
  • Zetia (brand name): Ezetimibe
  • HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor: Lovastatin
  • Therapeutic class similar to Pravastatin: Atorvastatin
  • Nitrostat generic: Nitroglycerin
  • Viagra (main indication): Vasodilator
  • Coumadin mechanism of action: Vitamin K Antagonist

Respiratory Agents

  • Albuterol classification: Beta2-adrenergic agonist
  • Ipratropium Bromide brand name: Combivent
  • Cough relief medication: Benzonatate
  • Antihistamine for allergies: Loratadine
  • Inhaled corticosteroids (effect): Anti-inflammatory

Women's/Men's Health Agents

  • Ortho-Cyclen (medication type): Estrogen & Progestin Hormone
  • Finasteride brand name: Proscar
  • Tamsulosin indication: Benign prostatic hyperplasia
  • Testosterone replacement therapy: Androgel
  • Methimazole indication: Hyperthyroidism

Pain Agents

  • Acetaminophen + Hydrocodone combination: Norco/Percocet
  • Celecoxib classification: COX-2 inhibitor
  • Voltaren generic: Diclofenac
  • Fentanyl mechanism of action: Opioid receptor agonist
  • Centrally acting skeletal muscle relaxant: Baclofen
  • Robaxin generic: Methocarbamol
  • Oxycodone brand name: OxyContin
  • Prednisone indication: Anti-inflammatory
  • Sumatriptan classification: Serotonin receptor agonist
  • Tramadol brand name: Ultram

General Medication Questions

  • Ramipil generic: (Not listed)
  • Warfarin indication: Anticoagulant
  • Finasteride classification: 5a-Reductase Inhibitor
  • Contraceptive medication (example): Ethinyl Estradiol; Norethindrone

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Test your knowledge on various cardiovascular and respiratory agents used in medicine. This quiz covers drug classifications, indications, and mechanisms of action, providing an overview of key pharmaceutical agents. Perfect for pharmacy students and healthcare professionals.

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