Pharmacology of Antibacterial Agents and Immune System Review

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What is the main purpose of antiviral drugs in the treatment of influenza?

  • To boost the immune system response
  • To prevent the spread of the virus to others
  • To cure the virus completely
  • To alleviate symptoms and reduce the duration of illness (correct)

Which antiviral drugs are specifically mentioned for the treatment of herpes simplex infections of the eye?

  • Ganciclovir and zanamivir
  • Idoxuridine, vidarabine, and trifluridine (correct)
  • Cidofovir and foscarnet
  • Acyclovir, valacyclovir, and famciclovir

What is the primary function of HIV in relation to the immune system?

  • It helps in the production of antibodies
  • It attacks and weakens the immune system (correct)
  • It has no direct impact on the immune system
  • It boosts immune response against other diseases

What distinguishes pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) from post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) regarding HIV prevention?

<p>PrEP is taken before exposure to HIV, while PEP is taken after potential exposure. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of antiviral drugs used for treating HIV and influenza?

<p>They prevent viral replication (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which drug is specifically mentioned for fetal prophylaxis at 36 weeks of gestation?

<p>Acyclovir (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario would one be advised to take post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for HIV prevention?

<p>After unprotected sexual intercourse with a partner of unknown HIV status (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of antiviral drugs used for treating CMV retinitis and acyclovir-resistant HSV infections?

<p>They are used in immunocompromised patients (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between amantadine/rimantadine and oseltamivir/zanamivir in treating influenza?

<p>The former group treats only symptomatic patients, while the latter is also used prophylactically. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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