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What is the trade name of Metoprolol Succinate?
What is the trade name of Metoprolol Succinate?
Which of the following is an indication for Lisinopril?
Which of the following is an indication for Lisinopril?
What is the dosing magnitude for Amlodipine Besylate?
What is the dosing magnitude for Amlodipine Besylate?
2.5, 5, 10 mg tablets
Which of the following drugs has the trade name 'Zocor'?
Which of the following drugs has the trade name 'Zocor'?
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Duloxetine HCl is prescribed only as capsules.
Duloxetine HCl is prescribed only as capsules.
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What is the primary indication for Trazodone HCl?
What is the primary indication for Trazodone HCl?
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What is the indication for Furosemide?
What is the indication for Furosemide?
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Match the following medications with their classifications:
Match the following medications with their classifications:
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The trade name for Levothyroxine Sodium includes __________.
The trade name for Levothyroxine Sodium includes __________.
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Study Notes
Antihypertensive Medications
- Metoprolol Succinate (Toprol-XL): Available in 25, 50, 100, or 200 mg tablets, with additional dosages of 2.5 to 40 mg.
- Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril): Standard antihypertensive available in tablet form.
- Amlodipine Besylate (Norvasc): Offered in 2.5, 5, and 10 mg tablet strengths.
- Losartan Potassium (Cozaar): Available in 25, 50, or 100 mg tablets, with IR: 75, 100 mg and SR: 100, 150, 200 mg variations.
Antidepressants
- Bupropion HCl (Wellbutrin, Zyban): Comes as XL: 150, 300 mg tablets; used for major depressive disorder and smoking cessation.
- Duloxetine HCl (Cymbalta): Available in 20, 30, 60 mg capsules and 50, 100, 150, 300 mg tablets; treats depression and anxiety.
- Trazodone HCl (Desyrel): Extended release formulation available in XR: 150 or 300 mg tablets; primarily used for depression.
- Escitalopram Oxalate (Lexapro): Offered in 5, 10, and 20 mg tablets; treats depression and OCD.
- Sertraline HCl (Zoloft): Available in 25, 50, and 100 mg tablets; used for depression and anxiety disorders.
Antihyperlipidemic Agents
- Simvastatin (Zocor): Tablets available in various strengths: 5, 10, 20, 40, 80 mg; used to lower cholesterol.
- Atorvastatin Calcium (Lipitor): Available in 10, 20, 40, or 80 mg tablets; also reduces cholesterol levels.
Diuretics
- Furosemide (Lasix): Offered in both 20, 40, 80 mg tablets and higher doses of 100, 300, 400 mg capsules; used for fluid retention.
Anticonvulsants
- Gabapentin (Neurontin): Available in 600, 800 mg tablet forms; utilized primarily in seizure management.
Antidiabetic Medication
- Metformin HCl (Glucophage, XR): Comes as 500, 850, 1000 mg tablets; mainstay in type 2 diabetes management.
CNS Agents for ADHD
- Amphetamine with Dextroamphetamine Salts (Adderall, XR): Immediate release: 5, 7.5, 10, 12.5 mg tablets; extended release: 5, 10, 15, 20 mg capsules.
Bronchodilators
- Albuterol Sulfate (Proventil, Ventolin, Proair): Available in 2 mg, 4 mg tablets; used for asthma management.
Opioid Analgesics
- Hydrocodone Bitartrate with Acetaminophen (Lortab, Vicodin, Norco): Contains Hydrocodone 5 mg and Acetaminophen 300 mg in tablet form; used for pain relief.
Gastric Antisecretory Agents
- Omeprazole (Prilosec): Capsules available in 10, 20, 40 mg; used to treat GERD and ulcers.
- Famotidine (Pepcid): Available in 20, 40 mg tablets; another treatment option for gastric disorders.
Thyroid Hormone Replacement
- Levothyroxine Sodium (Levoxyl, Levothroid, Synthroid): Utilized for thyroid hormone replacement therapy, available in various strengths.
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Test your knowledge on common antihypertensive medications and their dosing recommendations. This quiz covers drug names, trade names, indications, and dosages for effective hypertension management. Prepare yourself to enhance your understanding of these essential medications.
