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Which antibiotic should be avoided in patients with penicillin allergies?
Which antibiotic should be avoided in patients with penicillin allergies?
- Cefdinir (Omnicef)
- Cefuroxime axetil (Ceftin)
- Cephalexin (Keflex)
- Fidaxomicin (Dificid) (correct)
Which drug used to treat constipation can cause photosensitivity?
Which drug used to treat constipation can cause photosensitivity?
- Polyethylene glycol (Miralax, Glycolax) (correct)
- Sulfasalazine (Azulfidine, Sulfazine)
- Mesalamine (Apriso, Lialda, Pentasa)
- Solifenacin (Vesicare)
Which antibiotic binds to the bacterial ribosome to inhibit protein synthesis?
Which antibiotic binds to the bacterial ribosome to inhibit protein synthesis?
- Erythromycin (Erythrocin, Ery-Tab)
- Azithromycin (Zithromax, Zmax, Z-Pak, Tri-Pak) (correct)
- Fidaxomicin (Dificid)
- Clarithromycin (Biaxin)
Which antibiotic is used to treat various infections and should be stored refrigerated and discarded after 14 days?
Which antibiotic is used to treat various infections and should be stored refrigerated and discarded after 14 days?
Which antibiotic should not be taken with alcohol and avoided in pregnant women, infancy, and children under 8 years old?
Which antibiotic should not be taken with alcohol and avoided in pregnant women, infancy, and children under 8 years old?
Which antibiotic is believed to inadvertently cause C. diff infections?
Which antibiotic is believed to inadvertently cause C. diff infections?
Which drug used to treat constipation should be avoided by pregnant women?
Which drug used to treat constipation should be avoided by pregnant women?
Which drug is used to prevent bacterial DNA synthesis and treat various infections?
Which drug is used to prevent bacterial DNA synthesis and treat various infections?
Which medication should be taken with food and a full glass of water to prevent gastric irritation?
Which medication should be taken with food and a full glass of water to prevent gastric irritation?
Which medication is used to treat constipation and can cause photosensitivity?
Which medication is used to treat constipation and can cause photosensitivity?
What is the goal A1c level for diabetes?
What is the goal A1c level for diabetes?
Which drug is a brand name for metformin?
Which drug is a brand name for metformin?
What physiological effects do GLP-1 receptor agonists like Exenatide and Liraglutide have?
What physiological effects do GLP-1 receptor agonists like Exenatide and Liraglutide have?
Which type of diabetes is almost fully insulin-dependent?
Which type of diabetes is almost fully insulin-dependent?
What are the counseling points provided for insulin administration?
What are the counseling points provided for insulin administration?
Which hormone product has warnings against use for obesity or weight loss?
Which hormone product has warnings against use for obesity or weight loss?
Which contraceptive is identified as preferred for breastfeeding women?
Which contraceptive is identified as preferred for breastfeeding women?
Which drug should not be given to men with prostate cancer?
Which drug should not be given to men with prostate cancer?
Which drug is a brand name for glimepiride?
Which drug is a brand name for glimepiride?
What is the preferred contraception for breastfeeding women?
What is the preferred contraception for breastfeeding women?
Which medication is listed as a brand name for metformin?
Which medication is listed as a brand name for metformin?
What is the preferred A1c goal for diabetes management?
What is the preferred A1c goal for diabetes management?
Which type of diabetes is almost fully insulin-dependent?
Which type of diabetes is almost fully insulin-dependent?
What are the physiological effects of GLP-1 receptor agonists?
What are the physiological effects of GLP-1 receptor agonists?
Which hormone product has warnings against use for obesity or weight loss?
Which hormone product has warnings against use for obesity or weight loss?
What is the identified preferred contraception for breastfeeding women?
What is the identified preferred contraception for breastfeeding women?
Which drug should not be given to men with prostate cancer?
Which drug should not be given to men with prostate cancer?
What are listed as side effects of sulfonylurea and thiazolidinedione?
What are listed as side effects of sulfonylurea and thiazolidinedione?
What are the signs/symptoms of high blood sugar explained in the text?
What are the signs/symptoms of high blood sugar explained in the text?
What are the counseling points provided for insulin administration?
What are the counseling points provided for insulin administration?
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Study Notes
Endocrine and Reproductive Drugs Overview
- Sulfonylurea and thiazolidinedione are drugs used in diabetes treatment, with side effects including nausea, dizziness, and headache.
- A1c ranges for pre-diabetes and diabetes are specified, with a goal A1c of less than 7%.
- Brand-generic name combinations for various diabetes medications are listed, including Glucophage for metformin, Amaryl for glimepiride, and Glucotrol for glipizide.
- GLP-1 receptor agonists, such as Exenatide and Liraglutide, have physiological effects like increasing insulin secretion and decreasing food intake.
- Type 1 diabetes is almost fully insulin-dependent, while type 2 diabetes can use insulin along with other oral/injectable medications.
- Signs/symptoms of high blood sugar and the differences between mealtime and long-acting insulins are explained.
- Counseling points for insulin administration, including timing and storage instructions, are provided.
- Thyroid products, such as Levothyroxine, have warnings against use for obesity or weight loss, and specific drug interactions.
- Testosterone products like Androderm and Androgel should not be given to men with prostate cancer.
- Reproductive drugs, including hormonal contraceptives, are listed with instructions for missed doses and substances to avoid.
- The preferred contraception for breastfeeding women is identified as Norethindrone, with potential contraindications listed.
- Brand-generic name combinations for hormonal contraceptives, like NuvaRing for Ethinyl estradiol-etonogestrel, are detailed.
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