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What is the recommended time to take thyroid replacement drugs like Levothyroxine?
What is the recommended time to take thyroid replacement drugs like Levothyroxine?
- On an empty stomach 30-40 minutes before breakfast (correct)
- With breakfast
- After lunch
- Before dinner
What are the indications for using Levothyroxine?
What are the indications for using Levothyroxine?
- Hypertension and diabetes
- Hypothyroidism and myxedema coma (correct)
- Hyperthyroidism and Graves' disease
- Cushing's syndrome and thyroid nodules
What are the adverse effects of overdosage of thyroid replacement drugs?
What are the adverse effects of overdosage of thyroid replacement drugs?
- Atrial fibrillation and bone loss
- Hyperthyroidism and tachycardia (correct)
- Weight gain and tremors
- Hypothyroidism and constipation
Which medication is an anti-thyroid drug that inhibits thyroid hormone synthesis?
Which medication is an anti-thyroid drug that inhibits thyroid hormone synthesis?
When should Meglitinides be taken?
When should Meglitinides be taken?
What is the main adverse effect associated with Meglitinides?
What is the main adverse effect associated with Meglitinides?
When can DDP-4 Enzyme Inhibitors (Gliptins) be given to patients?
When can DDP-4 Enzyme Inhibitors (Gliptins) be given to patients?
What is the most common side effect shared by Meglitinides and Glitazones?
What is the most common side effect shared by Meglitinides and Glitazones?
What do Meglitinides stimulate to help control blood sugar levels?
What do Meglitinides stimulate to help control blood sugar levels?
What is the preferred treatment for pregnant women with hyperthyroidism in their 1st trimester?
What is the preferred treatment for pregnant women with hyperthyroidism in their 1st trimester?
Which side effect is associated with 1st generation sulfonylureas?
Which side effect is associated with 1st generation sulfonylureas?
What is the mechanism of action of metformin (Glucophage)?
What is the mechanism of action of metformin (Glucophage)?
When is methimazole (Tapazole) contraindicated?
When is methimazole (Tapazole) contraindicated?
Which drug should NOT be co-administered with sulfonylureas?
Which drug should NOT be co-administered with sulfonylureas?
What is a common side effect associated with the use of propylthiouracil (PTU)?
What is a common side effect associated with the use of propylthiouracil (PTU)?
Which drug does not increase insulin release?
Which drug does not increase insulin release?
What is a common adverse effect associated with Thiazolidinediones (Glitazones)?
What is a common adverse effect associated with Thiazolidinediones (Glitazones)?
Which condition is a contraindication for the use of Thiazolidinediones (Glitazones)?
Which condition is a contraindication for the use of Thiazolidinediones (Glitazones)?
What is the main mechanism of action of Alpha-Glucosidase Enzyme Inhibitors?
What is the main mechanism of action of Alpha-Glucosidase Enzyme Inhibitors?
Which drug promotes ovulation in premenopausal women?
Which drug promotes ovulation in premenopausal women?
Why should liver enzymes be checked every 2 months for the first year when using rosiglitazone (Avandia)?
Why should liver enzymes be checked every 2 months for the first year when using rosiglitazone (Avandia)?
Which adverse effect is associated with Sodium-Glucose Co-Transporter 2 inhibitors?
Which adverse effect is associated with Sodium-Glucose Co-Transporter 2 inhibitors?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Sodium-Glucose Co-Transporter 2 inhibitors?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Sodium-Glucose Co-Transporter 2 inhibitors?
Which condition warrants avoiding the use of Sodium-Glucose Co-Transporter 2 inhibitors?
Which condition warrants avoiding the use of Sodium-Glucose Co-Transporter 2 inhibitors?
What is a common adverse effect associated with Non-Insulin Injectables known as Incretin Mimetics?
What is a common adverse effect associated with Non-Insulin Injectables known as Incretin Mimetics?
When should oral medications be given in relation to SubQ administration of Incretin Mimetics?
When should oral medications be given in relation to SubQ administration of Incretin Mimetics?
