Pharmacology Overview and Medication Effects

Questions and Answers

Which of these are side effects of steroidal medications? (Select all that apply)

Bruising (correct)

Weight Gain (correct)

Nausea

Moon Face (correct)

What is the brand name for Cephalexin?

Keflex

What is Amoxicillin clavulanate commonly known as?

Augmentin

What does bacteriostatic mean?

Prevents the growth of bacteria, but does not kill bacteria. Signup and view all the answers

What type of medication is Clozapine?

Antipsychotic agent Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are anticonvulsant agents? (Select all that apply)

Carbamazepine Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are forms of Estradiol? (Select all that apply)

Climara Signup and view all the answers

What does Premarin contain?

Conjugated estrogens Signup and view all the answers

What do CMS regulations pertain to?

Standards for resident care as a result of OBRA 87 Signup and view all the answers

Pseudoephedrine is contraindicated for individuals with hypertension.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is Amantadine (Symmetrel) used for?

Influenza A treatment Signup and view all the answers

Acyclovir (Zovirax) is used to treat which condition?

Genital herpes Signup and view all the answers

What is cidofovir (Vistide) used for?

To treat cytomegalovirus Signup and view all the answers

What is Vidarabine (Vira A) classified as?

Ophthalmic agent Signup and view all the answers

Diuretics tend to remove potassium from the body.

True Signup and view all the answers

What does DUE stand for in the context of OBRA 90?

Drug Utilization Evaluation Signup and view all the answers

How many liters are in 1 quart?

0.96 liters Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of different Schedule II drugs allowed on a form 222?

10 Signup and view all the answers

What does USP DI, Volume II provide?

Information to assist the pharmacist in counseling patients Signup and view all the answers

What does USP DI, Volume I provide information about?

Labeled and unlabeled uses of medications Signup and view all the answers

What does USP DI, Volume III contain?

State and federal requirements of medications Signup and view all the answers

Cocaine is a Schedule II drug.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is Digoxin (Lanoxin)?

A cardiac glycoside Signup and view all the answers

What is Diltiazem commonly known as?

Cardizem Signup and view all the answers

What is Verapamil used as?

Isoptin Signup and view all the answers

What is Nifedipine also known as?

Procardia Signup and view all the answers

In which environment should chemotherapy products be prepared?

Horizontal flow hood Signup and view all the answers

What type of ointment base is hydrous lanolin?

Water/oil emulsion base Signup and view all the answers

What is Fluvastatin commonly known as?

Lescol Signup and view all the answers

What is Pravastatin commonly known as?

Pravachol Signup and view all the answers

What is Simvastatin commonly known as?

Mevacor Signup and view all the answers

Which of these drugs are used to treat COPD? (Select all that apply)

Salmeterol Signup and view all the answers

What is Guaifenesin classified as?

An expectorant Signup and view all the answers

What does CMS stand for?

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Signup and view all the answers

Trazodone is contraindicated for young men.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is aseptic technique used for?

Preparation of intravenous products Signup and view all the answers

What is the synergistic effect in pharmacology?

When two or more drugs combine to provide a response greater than the sum of their individual effects. Signup and view all the answers

What is Cascara Sagrada used for?

As a laxative Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by inventory in a pharmacy context?

Merchandise available for sale Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are included in home infusion therapies? (Select all that apply)

Antiinfective agents Signup and view all the answers

In what multiples of what number should tablets or capsules be counted?

5 Signup and view all the answers

How many milligrams are in 1 grain?

65 mg Signup and view all the answers

What does APAP stand for?

Acetaminophen Signup and view all the answers

What is Zyban used for?

Smoking cessation aid Signup and view all the answers

Disulfiram will produce an adverse effect if alcohol is consumed during treatment.

True Signup and view all the answers

What does horizontal refer to in a pharmacy context?

Front to back Signup and view all the answers

Which DAW code should be used if the physician authorizes the use of a generic drug but the patient requests the brand-name drug?

DAW Code 2 Signup and view all the answers

What is Avandia commonly known as?

Rosiglitazone Signup and view all the answers

What is Pioglitazone commonly known as?

Actos Signup and view all the answers

What is Glimepiride commonly known as?

Amaryl Signup and view all the answers

What should laminar flow hoods be done at the beginning of every shift?

Cleaned Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Side Effects of Steroidal Medications

Common side effects include bruising, moon face, and weight gain.

Antibiotics

Cephalexin is also known as Keflex.
Amoxicillin clavulanate is branded as Augmentin.

Pharmacological Terminology

Bacteriostatic medications prevent bacterial growth without killing them.
Clozapine functions as an antipsychotic agent.
Anticonvulsant agents include Carbamazepine, Clonazepam, and Phenytoin.

Hormonal Medications

Forms of estradiol include Climara, Estrace, and Estraderm.
Premarin contains conjugated estrogens.

Regulatory Standards

CMS sets regulations for resident care based on OBRA 87.
DUE (Drug Utilization Evaluation) is mandated under OBRA 90.

Medications and Conditions

Pseudoephedrine is contraindicated in individuals with hypertension.
Amantadine (Symmetrel) is used for influenza A treatment.
Acyclovir (Zovirax) treats genital herpes.
Cidofovir (Vistide) is utilized for cytomegalovirus treatment.
Vidarabine (Vira A) is an ophthalmic agent.

Diuretics

Diuretics often lead to potassium depletion from the body.

Measurements and Conversions

1 quart equals approximately 0.96 liters.
10 different Schedule II drugs can be listed on form 222.

Pharmacist Resources

USP DI, Volume II aids pharmacists in patient counseling.
Drug Facts and Comparisons includes information on various drug types and monographs.

Drug Classification

Cocaine is classified as a Schedule II drug; MAOIs and SSRIs should not be used together.
Digoxin (Lanoxin) is a cardiac glycoside.

Pharmacological Nomenclature

Diltiazem is also known as Cortiazem.
Verapamil is branded as Isoptin.
Nifedipine is known as Procardia.

Chemotherapy Handling

Chemotherapy products must be prepared in a horizontal flow hood.

Ointment Bases

Hydrous lanolin is classified as a water/oil emulsion base.

Statin Medications

Fluvastatin is referred to as Lescol.
Pravastatin is marketed as Pravachol.
Simvastatin is branded as Mevacor.

Treatments for COPD

Common medications include Albuterol, Ipratropium bromide, and Salmeterol.
Guaifenesin acts as an expectorant.

Organizational Overview

CMS replaced HCFA to improve care standards.

Trazodone Contraindications

Trazodone is contraindicated for young men due to potential side effects.

Aseptic Technique

Aseptic technique is crucial in the preparation of intravenous products.

Pharmacodynamics

A synergistic effect occurs when combined drugs produce a response greater than their individual effects.

Herbal Products

Cascara Sagrada is an herbal laxative.

Inventory Management

Inventory refers to the merchandise available for sale.

Home Infusion Therapies

Includes pain management, chemotherapy, and antiinfective agents.

Counting Medications

Tablets or capsules should be counted in multiples of five using a spatula.

Drug Activity

1 grain equals approximately 65 mg.
APAP (acetaminophen) possesses both analgesic and antipyretic properties.

Smoking Cessation

Zyban is a medication used to aid smoking cessation.

Disulfiram Use

Disulfiram can cause adverse reactions if alcohol is consumed during treatment.

Terminology

Horizontal refers to a front-to-back orientation.
DAW code 2 is used when a patient requests a brand name drug that is authorized by the physician as a generic.

Antidiabetic Medications

Avandia is the generic name for rosiglitazone.
Pioglitazone is marketed as Actos.
Glimepiride is also known as Amaryl.

HVAC Maintenance

Laminar flow hoods must be cleaned at the start of each shift.

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Description

This quiz explores pharmacological terminology, common medications, and their side effects. Topics include steroidal and hormonal medications, antibiotics, and regulatory standards in medication usage. Test your knowledge on how these medications impact health and their specific applications.