Over-the-Counter Medications Quiz

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What is the maximum daily dose of dextromethorphan (Delsym)?

150 mg/24 hours

120 mg/24 hours (correct)

60 mg/24 hours

90 mg/24 hours

What is the primary mechanism of action of Albuterol (Proventil)?

Bronchodilation via beta 2 receptors (correct)

Stimulation of alpha 1

Anticholinergic effect

Vasoconstriction

What is a potential side effect of Fluticasone propionate (Flovent) when used as an inhaled corticosteroid?

Hyperglycemia (correct)

Hypokalemia

Hypertension

Insomnia

Which drug should be avoided in combination with MAO inhibitors due to potential increase in heart rate?

Pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) Signup and view all the answers

What is the onset of action for short-acting albuterol (Proventil)?

Immediate Signup and view all the answers

What is the main indication for Fluticasone propionate (Flovent)?

Asthma exacerbations Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) on the body?

Sedation Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of using long-acting beta 2 agonists for rescue in asthma?

Worsening of symptoms Signup and view all the answers

Which drug is a combination of a beta 2 agonist and an anticholinergic used for bronchodilation?

Ipratropium (Atrovent) Signup and view all the answers

What is an important consideration when using Albuterol (Proventil) in patients with COPD?

Increased susceptibility to infection Signup and view all the answers

Over-the-Counter Medications Quiz

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What is the maximum daily dose of dextromethorphan (Delsym)?

What is the primary mechanism of action of Albuterol (Proventil)?

What is a potential side effect of Fluticasone propionate (Flovent) when used as an inhaled corticosteroid?

Which drug should be avoided in combination with MAO inhibitors due to potential increase in heart rate?

What is the onset of action for short-acting albuterol (Proventil)?

What is the main indication for Fluticasone propionate (Flovent)?

What is the primary effect of Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) on the body?

What is the potential consequence of using long-acting beta 2 agonists for rescue in asthma?

Which drug is a combination of a beta 2 agonist and an anticholinergic used for bronchodilation?

What is an important consideration when using Albuterol (Proventil) in patients with COPD?

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