Pharmacology Quiz: Antivirals & Antibiotics

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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?

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?

Cefotaxime

Clotrimazole

Colchicine (correct)

Clindamycin

What is the mechanism of action for Clofazimine in relation to skin infections?

It is an antibiotic for serious infections Signup and view all the answers

Which class of antibiotics does Cefradine belong to?

Cephalosporins Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is classified as an antihistamine and antiallergy?

Dexchlorphenamine Maleate Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of Cilazapril?

Antihypertensive Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is indicated for treating both hypertension and congestive heart failure?

Carvedilol Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is classified as a mucolytic agent?

Ambroxol HCl Signup and view all the answers

What is the action of Aspirin in the context of cardiovascular medications?

Anticoagulant and anti-platelet Signup and view all the answers

What is the main indication for Acyclovir?

Antiviral for herpes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following medications is classified as an Antiviral for chronic hepatitis B?

Adefovir Dipivoxil Signup and view all the answers

What therapeutic classification does Amiodarone fall under?

Cardiac antiarrhythmic Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is used for the treatment of prostate disorders?

Alfuzosin Signup and view all the answers

What type of medication is Azithromycin?

Antibiotic-macrolide Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is indicated for sports injuries and includes allantoin and heparin?

Allantoin + Heparin Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is used to treat gout?

Allopurinol Signup and view all the answers

What is the main indication for Celecoxib?

Anti-inflammatory Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is classified as a diuretic?

Bumetanide Signup and view all the answers

What class of drugs does Ciprofloxacin belong to?

Antibiotic-quinolone Signup and view all the answers

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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Test your knowledge on various pharmacological agents including antiviral medications, treatments for osteoporosis and prostate disorders, as well as antimicrobials. This quiz covers a range of topics to assess your understanding of these essential medications and their applications.