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What is the primary use of Clindamycin?
What is the primary use of Clindamycin?
- Topical antifungal and antiparasitic
- Antipsychotic medication
- Treatment of ovulatory failure
- Infections caused by susceptible anaerobic or gm+ve aerobic bacteria (correct)
What type of infections is Cloxacillin particularly effective against?
What type of infections is Cloxacillin particularly effective against?
- Hyperuricemia and gout
- Skin & soft tissue infections due to gm-ve organisms
- Acute brucellosis and nocardiosis
- Infections caused by susceptible gm+ve organisms (correct)
Which medication is used primarily for treating hyperuricemia and gout?
Which medication is used primarily for treating hyperuricemia and gout?
- Cefotaxime
- Clotrimazole
- Colchicine (correct)
- Clindamycin
What is the mechanism of action for Clofazimine in relation to skin infections?
What is the mechanism of action for Clofazimine in relation to skin infections?
Which class of antibiotics does Cefradine belong to?
Which class of antibiotics does Cefradine belong to?
Which medication is classified as an antihistamine and antiallergy?
Which medication is classified as an antihistamine and antiallergy?
What is the primary use of Cilazapril?
What is the primary use of Cilazapril?
Which medication is indicated for treating both hypertension and congestive heart failure?
Which medication is indicated for treating both hypertension and congestive heart failure?
Which of the following is classified as a mucolytic agent?
Which of the following is classified as a mucolytic agent?
What is the action of Aspirin in the context of cardiovascular medications?
What is the action of Aspirin in the context of cardiovascular medications?
What is the main indication for Acyclovir?
What is the main indication for Acyclovir?
Which of the following medications is classified as an Antiviral for chronic hepatitis B?
Which of the following medications is classified as an Antiviral for chronic hepatitis B?
What therapeutic classification does Amiodarone fall under?
What therapeutic classification does Amiodarone fall under?
Which medication is used for the treatment of prostate disorders?
Which medication is used for the treatment of prostate disorders?
What type of medication is Azithromycin?
What type of medication is Azithromycin?
Which medication is indicated for sports injuries and includes allantoin and heparin?
Which medication is indicated for sports injuries and includes allantoin and heparin?
Which medication is used to treat gout?
Which medication is used to treat gout?
What is the main indication for Celecoxib?
What is the main indication for Celecoxib?
Which medication is classified as a diuretic?
Which medication is classified as a diuretic?
What class of drugs does Ciprofloxacin belong to?
What class of drugs does Ciprofloxacin belong to?
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Study Notes
Antiviral Medications
- Acyclovir: Antiviral for herpes treatment.
- Adefovir Dipivoxil: Antiviral for chronic Hepatitis B.
Osteoporosis and Prostate Disorder
- Alendronate Na: Treatment for osteoporosis.
- Alfuzosin: Used for prostate disorders.
Combination Treatments and Topical Agents
- Allantoin + Heparin: Scar remover.
- Amiodarone: Used for cardiac arrhythmias.
- Amisulpiride: Antipsychotic medication.
Antimicrobials
- Amoxicillin: Antibiotic effective for respiratory tract, skin, soft tissue, and venereal infections.
- Amoxicillin + Clavulanic Acid: Broad-spectrum antibiotic for various infections including respiratory and gastrointestinal.
- Azithromycin: Macrolide antibiotic targeting upper and lower respiratory infections and STDs.
- Ciprofloxacin: Quinolone antibiotic treating a range of infections including respiratory, urinary, and gastrointestinal.
Cardiovascular Medications
- Amlodipine: For angina and hypertension.
- Candesartan: Treats essential hypertension.
- Carvedilol: Used for hypertension and congestive heart failure.
Gastrointestinal Agents
- Simethicone: Antacid for various gastrointestinal ailments.
- Calcium Carbonate: Supplement with vitamins.
- Bromhexine: Mucolytic agent.
Antidiabetic Medications
- Acarbose: Used as an antidiabetic agent.
- Biphasic Insulin: Insulin preparation for diabetes management.
Anticoagulants and Antiplatelet Agents
- Clopidogrel: Anticoagulant and antiplatelet medication.
- Aspirin: Used as an anticoagulant and antiplatelet.
Psychotropic Medications
- Clozapine: Antipsychotic medication.
- Biperiden: Antiparkinsonian agent.
Corticosteroids and Immunosuppressants
- Betamethasone: Topical corticosteroid for skin conditions.
- Ciclosporin: Immunosuppressant for organ transplants.
Anti-infective Agents
- Cefepime HCl: Cephalosporin antibiotic used for various serious infections.
- Ceftriaxone: Broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic for severe infections like meningitis and sepsis.
Miscellaneous
- Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid): Essential vitamin for immune function and skin health.
- Anti-rabies vaccine: Preventive vaccine against rabies exposure.
These notes cover the medications listed in terms of their therapeutic classification and main indication, providing a quick reference for studying pharmacological agents and their uses.
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