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Which factor(s) are inhibited by low-molecular weight heparin?
What is the main clinical use of enoxaparin (Lovenox)?
What is the potential serious adverse effect of enoxaparin?
What is the main clinical use of warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven)?
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What is the mechanism of action of warfarin?
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What is the target international normalized ratio (INR) for warfarin therapy?
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What is a potential serious adverse effect of warfarin therapy?
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Which medication is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and plaque psoriasis?
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Which medication interferes with DNA synthesis and repair, blocks cellular replication, and is used to treat cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and psoriasis?
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Which medication inhibits purine synthesis, decreases DNA and RNA synthesis of white blood cells, and is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and prevent organ rejection?
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Which medication is given as subcutaneous injections and blocks the binding of TNF-alpha to its receptors to inhibit the inflammatory response?
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Which medication carries a black box warning for increased risk of tuberculosis, infections, and bacterial sepsis?
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Which medication should be avoided during therapy due to the risk of unchecked infection, and live vaccines should be given weeks/months before treatment?
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Which medication is converted to active metabolites that incorporate into replicating DNA, stopping the replication of B and T cells and suppressing the immune response?
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Which vitamin is necessary for consistent dietary intake of leafy greens?
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What are factor Xa inhibitors used for?
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Which drug is a direct thrombin inhibitor?
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Which drugs are P2Y12 inhibitors?
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What is aspirin-dipyridamole used for?
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What are calcium channel blockers (CCBs) used for?
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What are immunomodulatory drugs used to treat?
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Which type of medication is used to treat conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and prevent organ rejection?
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Which medication was previously believed to help with COVID-19, but is actually used to treat conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and malaria?
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What is the main risk associated with immune modulators?
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Which medications are used to treat allergic rhinitis and conjunctivitis?
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What is the main function of antihistamines?
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Which medication is used to treat genital warts, basal cell carcinoma, and actinic keratosis?
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Which type of medication is used to prevent asthma attacks and treat allergic rhinitis?
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Which type of medication blocks the effects of angiotensin II, reducing vasoconstriction and fluid retention?
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What is the main function of calcium channel blockers?
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Study Notes
Summary of Immune Modulators, Antihistamines, and Blood Pressure Medications
- Immune modulators such as methotrexate and mycophenolate mofetil are used to treat conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and prevent organ rejection.
- Hydroxychloroquine, previously believed to help with COVID-19, is used to treat conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and malaria.
- Immune modulators can suppress the immune system, increasing the risk of infections and cancer.
- Azelastine, olopatadine, and levocetirizine are antihistamines used to treat allergic rhinitis and conjunctivitis.
- Imiquimod is an immune response stimulator used to treat genital warts, basal cell carcinoma, and actinic keratosis.
- Antihistamines block histamine receptors or prevent histamine release, reducing inflammation and treating symptoms such as itching and burning.
- Leukotriene receptor antagonists like montelukast are used to prevent asthma attacks and treat allergic rhinitis.
- Ace inhibitors and ARBs are blood pressure medications that block the effects of angiotensin II, reducing vasoconstriction and fluid retention.
- Calcium channel blockers prevent calcium entry into cells, leading to vasodilation.
- Thiazide diuretics increase sodium and water excretion by blocking reabsorption in the kidneys.
- Loop diuretics increase excretion of sodium, potassium, chloride, magnesium, calcium, and water.
- Beta-blockers block the effects of norepinephrine, reducing vasoconstriction and heart rate.
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Test your knowledge on immune modulators, antihistamines, and blood pressure medications with this quiz. Learn about the uses, side effects, and mechanisms of action of these important medications.
