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Which drug listed is a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker?
What are common indications for lisinopril?
Which of the following is a brand name for valsartan?
Which of the following medications is specifically indicated for hypertensive crises?
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What is the pharmacologic category of ramipril?
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Which combination drug includes an ACE inhibitor and a calcium channel blocker?
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Which of the following is an ARNI medication?
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Which medication is prescribed for volume overload?
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Which medication is indicated for the treatment of opioid use disorder?
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What is the primary pharmacologic category of methotrexate?
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Which medication is indicated for obesity management?
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What type of medication is acetaminophen classified as?
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Which medication combination is commonly prescribed for pain relief?
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What is the indication for the use of cyanocobalamin?
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Which opioid is available in both immediate and extended-release formulations?
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What is the role of naloxone in opioid treatment?
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Which medication is an aromatase inhibitor?
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Iron supplements are primarily used to treat which condition?
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What is the primary use of hydrogen peroxide in a medical context?
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Which drug is associated with managing severe chronic pain?
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Which medication can manifest as macrocytic anemia if deficient?
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Study Notes
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors
- Commonly used to treat high blood pressure (HTN), heart failure (HF), and coronary artery disease (CAD)
- Examples: benazepril, enalapril, lisinopril, quinapril, ramipril
Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs)
- Often prescribed for HTN, HF, and CAD
- Examples: irbesartan, losartan, olmesartan, valsartan
ARB and neprilysin inhibitor (ARNI)
- Used for the management of heart failure
- Example: valsartan and sacubitril (Entresto)
Dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (CCBs)
- Commonly used for HTN and CAD
- Examples: amlodipine, nifedipine, nicardipine
Non-dihydropyridine CCBs
- Prescribed for atrial fibrillation (AF) rate control, HTN, and CAD
- Example: diltiazem, verapamil
Thiazide diuretics
- Primarily used to treat HTN
- Examples: hydrochlorothiazide, chlorthalidone
Thiazide-related diuretics
- Used for volume overload
- Example: metolazone
Fixed-dose combination medications
- Combine multiple medications in single dosage forms
- Offer convenience and improved adherence
- Examples: Lotrel, Prinzide, Hyzaar, Benicar-HCT, Dyazide, Maxzide, Diovan-HCT
Opioid analgesics
- Used for severe pain
- Examples: fentanyl, hydromorphone, morphine, oxycodone, methadone
Analgesic (Non-opioid), Antipyretic
- Used for pain and fever
- Example: acetaminophen
Central analgesic; partial opioid agonist
- Used for pain
- Example: tramadol
Opioid and nonopioid analgesic combination
- Used for pain
- Examples: Lortab, Vicodin, Norco, Percocet, Endocet, Roxicet, Tylenol with Codeine #3, Tylenol with Codeine #4
Opioid antagonist
- Used for opioid overdose
- Example: naloxone (Narcan)
Partial opioid agonist and opioid antagonist
- Used for opioid use disorder
- Example: buprenorphine and naloxone (Suboxone)
Antimetabolite (folic acid antagonist)
- Used for rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease, psoriasis, and various hematologic and solid tumors
- Example: methotrexate
Aromatase inhibitor
- Used for hormone receptor-positive breast cancer
- Example: anastrozole
CNS stimulant
- Used for obesity
- Example: phentermine
Iron Supplement
- Used for iron deficiency anemia
- Example: ferrous sulfate
Vitamin B12
- Used for vitamin B12 deficiency, which manifests as macrocytic anemia
- Example: cyanocobalamin
Folic acid
- Used for folic acid deficiency (macrocytic anemia) and prevention of neural tube defects in pregnancy
- Example: folic acid
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This quiz covers various types of cardiovascular medications, including angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blockers, calcium channel blockers, and diuretics. Learn about their uses, examples, and mechanisms in treating conditions like high blood pressure, heart failure, and coronary artery disease. Test your knowledge of these essential medications.
