Medication Names and Classifications Quiz 2
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Henry is taking a medication for migraines. The label says "Maxalt." What is its generic name?

  • Ibuprofen
  • Rizatriptan Benzoate (correct)
  • Naproxen
  • Sumatriptan
  • Which of these medications is classified as a 2nd Generation Antihistamine?

  • Hydroxyzine
  • Loratadine (correct)
  • Diphenhydramine
  • Fluticasone
  • What is the generic name of Flomax?

  • Finasteride
  • Terazosin
  • Tamsulosin Hydrochloride (correct)
  • Dutasteride
  • A patient was prescribed Advair for asthma. What are the two active ingredients in this medication?

    <p>Fluticasone and Salmeterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following medications is a Beta-Adrenergic Blocker used for hypertension?

    <p>Atenolol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Samantha has been prescribed Diclofenac. What is its therapeutic classification?

    <p>NSAID</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is a Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor?

    <p>Clopidogrel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the brand name of Nebivolol?

    <p>Bystolic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following medications is an Alpha/Beta Adrenergic Blocker?

    <p>Labetalol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient on Coumadin asks about its main indication. What do you tell them?

    <p>Anticoagulant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    John got a prescription for Viagra but told his friends he's all natural. What is the actual therapeutic classification of sildenafil?

    <p>PDE5 Inhibitor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A pharmacy intern accidentally told a patient that a wrong main indication for Singulair. What is its actual main indication?

    <p>Asthma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ellioth panicked when he heard "Lipitor" and thought it was lipstick. What's the generic name of this cholesterol medication?

    <p>Atorvastatin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Claire takes "Plavix." What is its therapeutic classification?

    <p>Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Dr. Roberts prescribed Coreg, and his patient said, "Cool, but what does it do?" What would you tell them?

    <p>Both a and b</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Jacqueline's grandma thinks Coumadin is a fancy cooking spice. What is its actual main indication?

    <p>Anticoagulant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Iviana asked if taking Flonase would make him fly. What is the therapeutic classification of fluticasone?

    <p>Inhaled Adrenal Corticosteroid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Emma forgot what her Nitrostat was for and stalled her answer. What is its actual main indication?

    <p>Antianginal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Dr. Lewis wrote a prescription for "Bystolic." What's the generic name of this medication?

    <p>Nebivolol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Timmy said his "Tricor" was making him feel weird. What is the therapeutic classification of fenofibrate?

    <p>PPARa Activator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Karily's mom calls her Maxalt a "brain zapper." What is its actual therapeutic classification?

    <p>Both a and c</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient was confused when you gave them a potassium supplement and said, "I thought this was just for bananas!" What's the generic name of Klor-Con?

    <p>Potassium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Alex takes Zocor. What is the generic name of this cholesterol medication?

    <p>Simvastatin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Miredys said her Advair sounds like a cleaning product. What's the therapeutic classification of this inhaler?

    <p>Inhaled Corticosteroid + Long-Acting Beta 2 Agonist Combo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Angelis thought her hydrochlorothiazide was "fancy water." What is its actual therapeutic classification?

    <p>Thiazide Diuretic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the generic name of Norvasc, commonly prescribed for hypertension?

    <p>Amlodipine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following medications is classified as a Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor?

    <p>Clopidogrel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the therapeutic classification of spironolactone?

    <p>K+ Sparing Diuretic &amp; Selective Aldosterone Blocker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these medications is indicated for antiarrhythmic purposes?

    <p>Amiodarone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main indication for montelukast?

    <p>Asthma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Medication Names and Classifications

    • Migraine Medication (Maxalt): Generic name is Rizatriptan Benzoate
    • Antihistamine (2nd Generation): Loratadine
    • Flomax: Generic name is Tamsulosin Hydrochloride
    • Asthma Medication (Advair): Active ingredients are Fluticasone and Salmeterol
    • Hypertension Medication (Beta-blocker): Atenolol
    • Pain Relief Medication (NSAID): Diclofenac
    • Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor: Clopidogrel
    • Beta-blocker (Alpha/Beta): Labetalol
    • Anticoagulant: Coumadin (Warfarin)
    • PDE5 Inhibitor: Sildenafil (Viagra)
    • Cholesterol Medication (Lipitor): Atorvastatin
    • Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor: Plavix
    • Cholesterol Medication (Zocor): Simvastatin
    • Inhaled Corticosteroid/Beta Agonist Combo: Advair
    • Thiazide Diuretic: Hydrochlorothiazide
    • Hypertension Medication: Norvasc (Amlodipine)
    • Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor: Clopidogrel
    • K+ Sparing Diuretic & Selective Aldosterone Blocker: Spironolactone
    • Anti-arrhythmic medication: Amiodarone
    • Asthma Medication: Montelukast

    Therapeutic Classifications

    • Maxalt: Serotonin Receptor Agonist.
    • Advair: Inhaled Corticosteroid + Long-Acting Beta 2 Agonist Combo
    • Hydrochlorothiazide: Thiazide Diuretic
    • Spironolactone: K+ Sparing Diuretic & Selective Aldosterone Blocker
    • Singulair: Antimigraine Agent.

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    Test your knowledge on various medications and their classifications, including migraine treatments, antihistamines, and cardiovascular drugs. This quiz covers generic names, active ingredients, and the therapeutic classes of important medications. Perfect for pharmacy students or healthcare professionals!

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