28 Questions
Topical administration is used for ______ diseases that are localized to the skin.
superficial
When ______ administration is used, the drug is absorbed and distributed to the site of action.
systemic
Drugs administered ______ will penetrate into the joint, allowing for local treatment.
topically
To achieve therapeutic effects, ______ concentrations of the drug are required in the plasma.
therapeutic
For systemic administration, the drug is administered ______ and distributes to the site of action.
parenterally
Transdermal delivery is NEVER appropriate for ______ for the treatment of systemic infections!!!
antibiotics
Methimazole is used to treat ______ in cats.
hyperthyroidism
Phenobarbital is used to treat ______ in cats.
seizures
Amlodipine is a type of ______ used to treat hypertension in cats.
Calcium channel blocker
Fluoxetine, also known as ______, is used to treat behavioral issues in cats.
Prozac
Topical antimicrobials are used for ______ local or generalized conditions.
Superficial
Glabrous skin is ______ from hair.
free
Some formulations of topical antimicrobials may actually ______ wound healing.
delay
Culture and susceptibility results may ______ the activity of topical antimicrobials.
underestimate
Mupirocin is a ______ potent topical antimicrobial.
more
Otic preparations should be used ______.
sparingly
Chlorhexidine is an ______ that is found more in shampoos and has a broad spectrum of activity against bacteria, fungi, and protozoa.
antiseptic
Benzoyl peroxide is often used in ______ looking dogs and has anti-inflammatory and degreaser properties.
greasy
Nitrofurazone is effective against ______ positive and negative bacteria, including Staph and E.coli.
gram
Mupirocin has a ______ mechanism that precludes cross-resistance with other antibacterials and is active against aerobic Gram-positive organisms.
unique
Silver sulfadiazine is a combination product that has ______ properties due to the silver component and affects the folic acid pathway.
antifungal
Silver sulfadiazine is often used in human topical products to treat ______.
burns
Topical antimicrobials - otic Fluorquinolone antibiotic includes ______ + silver sulfadiazine
enrofloxacin
Posatex is a ______ – ______ – ______ antibiotic
fluorquinolone mometamax
Otic ______ increases risk for ototoxicity
gentamicin
Florfenicol is similar to ______ but does not cause ______ anemia
chloramphenicol aplastic
Long-acting otic formulation of Florfenicol + terbinafine + mometasone is good for ______ days
30
Topical antimicrobials - otic Allylamine ______ ______ ______
antifungal Steroid
This quiz covers the routes of administration, treatment options, and principles of therapy for skin conditions, including topical and systemic treatments for infectious and autoimmune diseases. Learn about the pharmacological approaches to managing skin disorders.
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