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What is the primary purpose of Hydroxychloroquine in managing SLE?
What is the primary purpose of Hydroxychloroquine in managing SLE?
- Relieve pain and reduce inflammation
- Hold back the immune system
- Prevent tissue damage
- Slow down progression of lupus symptoms (correct)
Which medication is commonly used to manage lupus by reducing inflammation?
Which medication is commonly used to manage lupus by reducing inflammation?
- Immunosuppressants
- Azathioprine
- NSAIDs
- Corticosteroids (correct)
What role do immunosuppressants play in lupus management?
What role do immunosuppressants play in lupus management?
- Relieve pain
- Reduce inflammation
- Slow down disease progression
- Hold back the immune system (correct)
Which drug is specifically mentioned as an example of a corticosteroid used for lupus management?
Which drug is specifically mentioned as an example of a corticosteroid used for lupus management?
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What is the primary function of NSAIDs in the context of lupus management?
What is the primary function of NSAIDs in the context of lupus management?
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Which type of medication can help prevent both tissue damage and inflammation in lupus?
Which type of medication can help prevent both tissue damage and inflammation in lupus?
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Which drug acts as a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) in lupus management?
Which drug acts as a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) in lupus management?
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Which of the following medications can help manage lupus by reducing inflammation?
Which of the following medications can help manage lupus by reducing inflammation?
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What is the function of Corticosteroids in managing lupus?
What is the function of Corticosteroids in managing lupus?
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