30 Questions
Which antibiotic should be avoided in patients with penicillin allergies?
Fidaxomicin (Dificid)
Which drug used to treat constipation can cause photosensitivity?
Polyethylene glycol (Miralax, Glycolax)
Which antibiotic binds to the bacterial ribosome to inhibit protein synthesis?
Azithromycin (Zithromax, Zmax, Z-Pak, Tri-Pak)
Which antibiotic is used to treat various infections and should be stored refrigerated and discarded after 14 days?
Amoxicillin (Amoxil, Trimox, Moxatag)
Which antibiotic should not be taken with alcohol and avoided in pregnant women, infancy, and children under 8 years old?
Tetracyclines
Which antibiotic is believed to inadvertently cause C. diff infections?
Clindamycin (Cleocin)
Which drug used to treat constipation should be avoided by pregnant women?
Solifenacin (Vesicare)
Which drug is used to prevent bacterial DNA synthesis and treat various infections?
Ciprofloxacin
Which medication should be taken with food and a full glass of water to prevent gastric irritation?
Potassium chloride (K-Dur, Klor-Con)
Which medication is used to treat constipation and can cause photosensitivity?
Oral potassium
What is the goal A1c level for diabetes?
Less than 7%
Which drug is a brand name for metformin?
Glucophage
What physiological effects do GLP-1 receptor agonists like Exenatide and Liraglutide have?
Increasing insulin secretion and decreasing food intake
Which type of diabetes is almost fully insulin-dependent?
Type 1 diabetes
What are the counseling points provided for insulin administration?
Timing and storage instructions
Which hormone product has warnings against use for obesity or weight loss?
Levothyroxine
Which contraceptive is identified as preferred for breastfeeding women?
Norethindrone
Which drug should not be given to men with prostate cancer?
Testosterone products
Which drug is a brand name for glimepiride?
Amaryl
What is the preferred contraception for breastfeeding women?
Norethindrone
Which medication is listed as a brand name for metformin?
Glucophage
What is the preferred A1c goal for diabetes management?
Less than 7%
Which type of diabetes is almost fully insulin-dependent?
Type 1 diabetes
What are the physiological effects of GLP-1 receptor agonists?
Increasing insulin secretion and decreasing food intake
Which hormone product has warnings against use for obesity or weight loss?
Levothyroxine
What is the identified preferred contraception for breastfeeding women?
Norethindrone
Which drug should not be given to men with prostate cancer?
Androgel
What are listed as side effects of sulfonylurea and thiazolidinedione?
Nausea, dizziness, and headache
What are the signs/symptoms of high blood sugar explained in the text?
Increased thirst, frequent urination, and fatigue
What are the counseling points provided for insulin administration?
Timing and storage instructions
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.
Test your knowledge of endocrine and reproductive drugs with this overview quiz. Explore diabetes medications, insulin administration, thyroid products, testosterone therapies, and reproductive drugs, including hormonal contraceptives. Master brand-generic name combinations, physiological effects, counseling points, and contraindications.
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