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What is the main action of immunodulators, particularly TNF blockers, in treating rheumatoid arthritis?
What is the main action of immunodulators, particularly TNF blockers, in treating rheumatoid arthritis?
- Binding to TNF and preventing it from attaching to receptors (correct)
- Suppressing COX-1 activity
- Stimulating an immune response
- Reducing fever and inflammation
What is a primary concern when using COX-2 inhibitors?
What is a primary concern when using COX-2 inhibitors?
- Relief of migraine headaches
- Inhibition of COX-1
- Increased risk of gastrointestinal irritation
- Potential nephrotoxicity (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a side effect commonly associated with COX-2 inhibitors?
Which of the following is NOT a side effect commonly associated with COX-2 inhibitors?
- Severe renal disease
- Tinnitus (correct)
- Dizziness
- Peripheral edema
What is the purpose of using immunosuppressive drugs for rheumatoid arthritis?
What is the purpose of using immunosuppressive drugs for rheumatoid arthritis?
Concurrent use of immunodulators with other immunosuppressives may increase the risk of what?
Concurrent use of immunodulators with other immunosuppressives may increase the risk of what?
What is the primary action of glucocorticoids in the treatment of Addison's disease?
What is the primary action of glucocorticoids in the treatment of Addison's disease?
Which of the following is a common side effect of salicylates?
Which of the following is a common side effect of salicylates?
How do propionic acid derivatives function in the body?
How do propionic acid derivatives function in the body?
What potential risk is increased when using glucocorticoids in conjunction with NSAIDs?
What potential risk is increased when using glucocorticoids in conjunction with NSAIDs?
What is a consequence of untreated serious infections in patients taking glucocorticoids?
What is a consequence of untreated serious infections in patients taking glucocorticoids?
One of the protective functions of COX-1 is to:
One of the protective functions of COX-1 is to:
Which condition is associated with Reye’s syndrome, especially in teenagers under 18?
Which condition is associated with Reye’s syndrome, especially in teenagers under 18?
What is a notable interaction when using diuretics alongside glucocorticoids?
What is a notable interaction when using diuretics alongside glucocorticoids?
What is the role of SNRIs in treating mental health disorders?
What is the role of SNRIs in treating mental health disorders?
Which of the following is a potential side effect of MAOIs?
Which of the following is a potential side effect of MAOIs?
What is the primary function of mood stabilizers?
What is the primary function of mood stabilizers?
What is a common risk when combining CNS depressants with alcohol?
What is a common risk when combining CNS depressants with alcohol?
What serious condition can arise from severe kidney or liver disease when using MAOIs?
What serious condition can arise from severe kidney or liver disease when using MAOIs?
Which neurotransmitter is increased by MAOIs?
Which neurotransmitter is increased by MAOIs?
What is a major side effect associated with the use of SNRIs?
What is a major side effect associated with the use of SNRIs?
What is the likely consequence of using antidepressants in individuals with suicidal tendencies?
What is the likely consequence of using antidepressants in individuals with suicidal tendencies?
What is the primary action of acetylcholinesterase inhibitors in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease?
What is the primary action of acetylcholinesterase inhibitors in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease?
Which common side effect is associated with centrally acting muscle relaxants?
Which common side effect is associated with centrally acting muscle relaxants?
What is the mechanism of action of thiazolidinediones in diabetes management?
What is the mechanism of action of thiazolidinediones in diabetes management?
Which of the following conditions is treated with immunomodulators?
Which of the following conditions is treated with immunomodulators?
What is a significant risk associated with the use of acetylcholinesterase inhibitors?
What is a significant risk associated with the use of acetylcholinesterase inhibitors?
What is the primary action of glucagon?
What is the primary action of glucagon?
Which class of drugs is used when NSAIDs do not control immune-mediated arthritic diseases?
Which class of drugs is used when NSAIDs do not control immune-mediated arthritic diseases?
Which of the following is a common side effect of anticholinergic drugs?
Which of the following is a common side effect of anticholinergic drugs?
What effect do incretin modifiers have on insulin and glucagon levels?
What effect do incretin modifiers have on insulin and glucagon levels?
Which of the following side effects is commonly associated with the use of theophylline?
Which of the following side effects is commonly associated with the use of theophylline?
What is the primary action of atypical antipsychotics?
What is the primary action of atypical antipsychotics?
What side effect is commonly associated with phenothiazine?
What side effect is commonly associated with phenothiazine?
Which medication decreases the effect of levodopa when taken together?
Which medication decreases the effect of levodopa when taken together?
What is the role of dopaminergic medications in Parkinson's disease?
What is the role of dopaminergic medications in Parkinson's disease?
Which side effect is associated with excessive benzodiazepine use?
Which side effect is associated with excessive benzodiazepine use?
What is a potential risk when combining atypical antipsychotics with alcohol?
What is a potential risk when combining atypical antipsychotics with alcohol?
Which statement accurately describes the use of Monoamine Oxidase B Inhibitors?
Which statement accurately describes the use of Monoamine Oxidase B Inhibitors?
What symptom do dopamine agonists alleviate in Parkinson's disease?
What symptom do dopamine agonists alleviate in Parkinson's disease?
What side effect is notably less common with atypical antipsychotics compared to typical ones?
What side effect is notably less common with atypical antipsychotics compared to typical ones?
What is a consequence of bridging dopaminergic medications with anticholinergics in Parkinson's treatment?
What is a consequence of bridging dopaminergic medications with anticholinergics in Parkinson's treatment?
What specific symptom is most often associated with the use of dopamine agonists?
What specific symptom is most often associated with the use of dopamine agonists?
What is a key characteristic of catechol-O-methyltransferase inhibitors?
What is a key characteristic of catechol-O-methyltransferase inhibitors?
What condition can be exacerbated by lithium use with NSAIDs?
What condition can be exacerbated by lithium use with NSAIDs?
What main effect does benzodiazepines have on brain activity?
What main effect does benzodiazepines have on brain activity?
