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Which one of these is an example of a local infection?
Which one of these is an example of a local infection?
- Sepsis
- Abscesses (correct)
- Urinary bladder infections
- Septic shock
Which one of these is NOT a determinant of pharmacologic responses of topical products?
Which one of these is NOT a determinant of pharmacologic responses of topical products?
- Dosing
- Permeability
- Concentration gradient
- Adjunct (correct)
What factors affect drug permeability when applying topical products?
What factors affect drug permeability when applying topical products?
- Vehicle and occlusion
- Concentration gradient and dosing
- Permeability and penetration
- Skin condition and location (correct)
Which of the following is a method to achieve occlusion?
Which of the following is a method to achieve occlusion?
What is the main advantage of using ointments as a delivery system?
What is the main advantage of using ointments as a delivery system?
Which drug is a first-line treatment for androgenic alopecia in both men and women?
Which drug is a first-line treatment for androgenic alopecia in both men and women?
What are the major adverse effects of finasteride?
What are the major adverse effects of finasteride?
Which of the following is a major systemic side effect of corticosteroids?
Which of the following is a major systemic side effect of corticosteroids?
Which topical corticosteroid should be avoided on the face?
Which topical corticosteroid should be avoided on the face?
Which dosage forms of corticosteroids have the least risk of systemic side effects?
Which dosage forms of corticosteroids have the least risk of systemic side effects?
What is the danger of sudden discontinuation of chronic, regular use of corticosteroids?
What is the danger of sudden discontinuation of chronic, regular use of corticosteroids?
Which category of drugs has shown an adverse effect on the fetus in animal studies and may have potential benefits in pregnant women despite potential risks?
Which category of drugs has shown an adverse effect on the fetus in animal studies and may have potential benefits in pregnant women despite potential risks?
What are the two subsections included in the 'new' PLLR prescribing information related to pregnancy?
What are the two subsections included in the 'new' PLLR prescribing information related to pregnancy?
Which physiologic action of corticosteroids is responsible for their anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects?
Which physiologic action of corticosteroids is responsible for their anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects?
Which systemic corticosteroid has the majority of mineralocorticoid action?
Which systemic corticosteroid has the majority of mineralocorticoid action?
Which topical azole is specific for superficial onychomycosis?
Which topical azole is specific for superficial onychomycosis?
What is the main use for nystatin?
What is the main use for nystatin?
What is a use for selenium sulfide other than dandruff?
What is a use for selenium sulfide other than dandruff?
What are the uses for tolnaftate?
What are the uses for tolnaftate?
Which two topical products are used for burns?
Which two topical products are used for burns?
What are first-line options to treat superficial impetigo (i.e., topical)?
What are first-line options to treat superficial impetigo (i.e., topical)?
List treatment options for more severe cases of impetigo, as well as erysipelas, and cellulitis.
List treatment options for more severe cases of impetigo, as well as erysipelas, and cellulitis.
What is the timing requirement for using antiviral drugs to treat oral HSV infection?
What is the timing requirement for using antiviral drugs to treat oral HSV infection?
Which is the most common treatment failure of mild acne?
Which is the most common treatment failure of mild acne?
Which is true about azelaic acid as a treatment for acne?
Which is true about azelaic acid as a treatment for acne?
What is the mechanism of action for clascoterone?
What is the mechanism of action for clascoterone?
What is the general place in therapy for systemic antibiotics in the treatment of acne?
What is the general place in therapy for systemic antibiotics in the treatment of acne?
