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Which drug is primarily used to treat status epilepticus in children?
Which drug is primarily used to treat status epilepticus in children?
- Phenobarbital (correct)
- Carbamazepine
- Valproate
- Phenytoin
What is the primary mechanism of action for benzodiazepines as anxiolytic-hypnotic drugs?
What is the primary mechanism of action for benzodiazepines as anxiolytic-hypnotic drugs?
- Serotonin reuptake inhibition
- GABA-mediated chloride influx (correct)
- Dopamine receptor agonism
- Inhibition of norepinephrine release
Which neurotransmitter is significantly affected in patients with Alzheimer's disease?
Which neurotransmitter is significantly affected in patients with Alzheimer's disease?
- Acetylcholine (correct)
- Serotonin
- Dopamine
- Norepinephrine
Which of the following statements correctly describes Prinzmetal's angina?
Which of the following statements correctly describes Prinzmetal's angina?
What is the most dangerous adverse effect associated with Morphine?
What is the most dangerous adverse effect associated with Morphine?
Which condition is indicated by a reddening of the conjunctiva as a side effect?
Which condition is indicated by a reddening of the conjunctiva as a side effect?
What is a common feature of panic attacks?
What is a common feature of panic attacks?
What is the contraindication for the anticoagulant Warfarin?
What is the contraindication for the anticoagulant Warfarin?
How does anemia affect the body?
How does anemia affect the body?
What is a common symptom of hemophilia?
What is a common symptom of hemophilia?
Which drug is prescribed to manage hyperlipidemia while providing vitamins D and E supplements?
Which drug is prescribed to manage hyperlipidemia while providing vitamins D and E supplements?
Which drug decreases cholesterol synthesis by inhibiting the enzyme 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase?
Which drug decreases cholesterol synthesis by inhibiting the enzyme 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase?
Which drug binds bile acids in the intestine and prevents their return to the liver?
Which drug binds bile acids in the intestine and prevents their return to the liver?
What is a mechanism of action for clopidogrel?
What is a mechanism of action for clopidogrel?
Which antipsychotic drug is commonly used as an antiemetic?
Which antipsychotic drug is commonly used as an antiemetic?
What adverse effect is commonly caused by phenytoin?
What adverse effect is commonly caused by phenytoin?
Flashcards
What is Clopidogrel?
What is Clopidogrel?
A drug that inhibits the aggregation of platelets by blocking the binding of adenosine diphosphate (ADP) to its receptor.
What is Abciximab?
What is Abciximab?
A drug that inhibits the binding of fibrinogen to the platelet glycoprotein IIb/IIIa receptor, preventing platelet aggregation.
What is Aspirin?
What is Aspirin?
A drug that inhibits the enzyme cyclooxygenase (COX), reducing the production of prostaglandins which are involved in pain and inflammation.
What is Prinzmetal's Angina?
What is Prinzmetal's Angina?
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What is Alzheimer's disease?
What is Alzheimer's disease?
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What are benzodiazepines?
What are benzodiazepines?
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What is a panic attack?
What is a panic attack?
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What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?
What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?
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Statins
Statins
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Ezetimibe
Ezetimibe
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Cholestyramine
Cholestyramine
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Lovastatin
Lovastatin
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Clopidogrel
Clopidogrel
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Abciximab
Abciximab
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Aspirin
Aspirin
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Losartan
Losartan
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Study Notes
Drugs and Their Actions
- Clopidogrel inhibits ADP
- Abciximab inhibits GP IIb/IIa
- Aspirin inhibits COX-1
- Phenobarbital treats status epilepticus in children
- Morphine's most dangerous adverse effect is tolerance and dependence
- SSRIs block serotonin reuptake
- Tetrahydrocannabinol is a major psychoactive component of marijuana
- Warfarin is contraindicated in pregnancy
- Damage to oligodendrocytes occurs in multiple sclerosis
- Fibrinogen binds to GP IIb/IIIa receptors
- Coronary artery spasm is known as Prinzmetal's angina
- Marijuana use can cause conjunctival reddening
- Unstable angina is a type of myocardial infarction
- Amyloid is associated with Alzheimer's disease
- Phenytoin treats status epilepticus
- Megaloblastic anemia can result from folic acid deficiency
- Acetylcholine is affected by Alzheimer's disease
Medical Procedures
- Local anesthesia is used in dental procedures
- General anesthesia is used for surgery
Other Medical Topics
- Damage to oligodendrocytes occurs in multiple sclerosis
- Lithium carbonate is used in bipolar disorder
- Serotonin is a significant neurotransmitter in major depression
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is sometimes associated with pulmonary emboli
- Streptokinase is a first-generation thrombolytic
- Antithrombin III is involved in heparin coagulation
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Test your knowledge on the mechanisms and effects of various drugs, including anticoagulants, analgesics, and antidepressants. This quiz also covers related medical topics like anesthetics and the implications of drug interactions. Challenge yourself with questions about how these substances interact with the body's systems and their therapeutic applications.
