Questions and Answers
Which drug is indicated as an antidepressant?
Lisinopril is used primarily as an antidepressant.
False
What is the trade name of Amlodipine Besylate?
Norvasc
Atorvastatin Calcium is also known as __________.
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Match the drug with its respective indication:
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Which of the following are available dosages for Metoprolol Succinate?
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Sertraline HCl is used as a treatment for OCD.
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What are the available dosages for Duloxetine HCl capsules?
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The trade name for Metformin HCl is __________.
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Which drug is NOT classified as an antihypertensive?
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Study Notes
Antihypertensives
- Metoprolol Succinate (Toprol-XL): Used to manage hypertension; available in 25, 50, 100, and 200 mg tablets as well as lower doses of 2.5, 5, 10, 20, 30, and 40 mg.
- Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril): Another antihypertensive option, often prescribed in tablet form.
- Amlodipine Besylate (Norvasc): Commonly prescribed for high blood pressure; available in 2.5, 5, and 10 mg tablets.
- Losartan Potassium (Cozaar): Treats hypertension; supplied in a variety of dosages: 25, 50, and 100 mg tablets. Extended release (IR) offered in 75 and 100 mg, and sustained release (SR) in 100, 150, and 200 mg tablets.
Antidepressants
- Bupropion HCl (Wellbutrin SR & XL, Zyban): Utilized for depression and smoking cessation; XL formulation available in 150 and 300 mg tablets.
- Duloxetine HCl (Cymbalta): Treats depression; available in capsule forms of 20, 30, and 60 mg, along with tablets of 50, 100, 150, and 300 mg.
- Trazodone HCl (Desyrel): An antidepressant with extended-release tablets in 150 and 300 mg dosages.
- Escitalopram Oxalate (Lexapro): Prescribed for depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD); available in 5, 10, and 20 mg tablets.
- Sertraline HCl (Zoloft): Another antidepressant effective in treating depression and OCD; comes in 25, 50, and 100 mg tablets.
Antihyperlipidemics
- Simvastatin (Zocor): Used to lower cholesterol levels; available in various strengths: 5, 10, 20, 40, and 80 mg tablets.
- Atorvastatin Calcium (Lipitor): Another option for lowering cholesterol; supplied in 10, 20, 40, and 80 mg tablets.
Diuretics
- Furosemide (Lasix): A diuretic used in heart failure and edema; available in 20, 40, and 80 mg tablets and 100, 300, and 400 mg capsules.
Anticonvulsants and Antidiabetic Medications
- Gabapentin (Neurontin): Prescribed for seizure control and neuropathic pain; available in 600 and 800 mg tablets.
- Metformin HCl (Glucophage XR): Primarily for diabetes management; available in 500, 850, and 1000 mg tablets.
CNS Stimulants
- Amphetamine with Dextroamphetamine Salts (Adderall XR): Used for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD); available in immediate release (IR) formulations of 5, 7.5, 10, and 12.5 mg tablets.
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Test your knowledge on common antihypertensive drugs including their trade names, indications, and dosing. This quiz covers essential medications like Metoprolol, Lisinopril, and Amlodipine. Perfect for pharmacy and medical students.
