Pharmacology of Adrenergic and Cholinergic Agents Quiz
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Which category of medicinal compounds includes drugs like Amphotericin B, Fluconazole, and Ketoconazole?

  • Antacids
  • Antifungal Agents (correct)
  • Antibiotics
  • Urinary Tract Anti-Infective Agents

    • Which drug is commonly used as an Antifungal Agent for treating candidiasis?

  • Ciprofloxacin
  • Metronidazole
  • Erythromycin
  • Fluconazole (correct)

    • What is the main function of Antibiotics?

  • Treat viral infections
  • Treat bacterial infections (correct)
  • Treat parasitic infections
  • Treat fungal infections

    • Which of the following is a common Urinary Tract Anti-Infective Agent used to treat UTIs?

    <p>Nitrofurantoin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Amoxicillin belongs to which category of medicinal compounds?

    <p>Antibiotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is typically used to treat a urinary tract infection caused by E. coli?

    <p>Ciprofloxacin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the classification of Penicillins based on?

    <p>Mechanism of action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug class is used to treat fungal infections?

    <p>Anti-fungal drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action of Anti-tubercular drugs?

    <p>Inhibition of bacterial cell wall synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of agents are used to treat urinary tract infections?

    <p>Antifungal agents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary indication for using Anti-viral drugs?

    <p>Viral infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which class of drugs targets parasites such as worms?

    <p>Anthelmintics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common adverse effect of most antibiotics?

    <p>Photosensitivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main physiological role of Histamine?

    <p>Inflammation mediation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Thrombolytic drugs' are primarily used for what condition?

    <p>Blood clots</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is classified as an antifungal agent?

    <p>Amphotericin-B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections?

    <p>Penicillin G</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is considered a urinary tract anti-infective agent?

    <p>Norfloxacin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is commonly used to treat tuberculosis?

    <p>Pyrazinamide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which compound is known for its antiviral properties?

    <p>Acyclovir</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What medication is typically used for treating bacterial skin infections?

    <p>Sulfadiazine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is classified as an antimalarial agent?

    <p>Quinine Sulphate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What antibiotic is commonly used for treating respiratory infections?

    <p>Chloramphenicol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common side effect of sulfonamide antibiotics?

    <p>Sensitivity to sunlight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main mechanism of action of amphotericin-B?

    <p>Fungal cell membrane disruption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Antifungal Agents

    • Amphotericin B, Fluconazole, and Ketoconazole are classified as antifungal agents.
    • Fluconazole is commonly used to treat candidiasis.

    Antibiotics

    • The main function of antibiotics is to treat bacterial infections.
    • Amoxicillin is classified as a beta-lactam antibiotic.
    • Penicillins are classified based on their beta-lactam ring structure.
    • Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections, but they can also cause adverse effects, such as diarrhea.

    Urinary Tract Anti-Infective Agents

    • Urinary tract anti-infective agents are used to treat UTIs.
    • Examples of urinary tract anti-infective agents include Amoxicillin and Sulfonamides.

    Anti-Tubercular Drugs

    • The mechanism of action of anti-tubercular drugs is to inhibit the growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
    • Isoniazid is commonly used to treat tuberculosis.

    Anti-Viral Drugs

    • The primary indication for using anti-viral drugs is to treat viral infections.
    • Examples of anti-viral drugs include Acyclovir and Oseltamivir.

    Anti-Malarial Agents

    • Chloroquine is classified as an anti-malarial agent.
    • Anti-malarial agents are used to treat malaria.

    Anti-Parasitic Agents

    • Anti-parasitic agents are used to treat parasitic infections, such as those caused by worms.
    • Examples of anti-parasitic agents include Metronidazole and Albendazole.

    Thrombolytic Drugs

    • Thrombolytic drugs are primarily used to treat acute coronary syndrome.

    Histamine

    • The main physiological role of histamine is to cause vasodilation and increase permeability.

    Miscellaneous

    • Amphotericin-B works by forming pores in the fungal cell membrane, leading to cell death.
    • Sulfonamide antibiotics can cause a common side effect of crystalluria.

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    Test your knowledge on different types of adrenergic and cholinergic agents used in pharmacology, including indirect acting agents, agents with mixed mechanisms, adrenergic antagonists, beta blockers, and cholinergic drugs. Identify and understand the classifications and examples of each type of drug.

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