OTC 2

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What is the main cause of allergic rhinitis?

Viral infection

Bacterial infection

Inflammatory response to allergens (correct)

Fungal infection

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of allergic rhinitis?

Sneezing

Coughing (correct)

Watery eyes

Nasal itching

What are the common allergens responsible for seasonal allergic rhinitis?

Dust mites and animal dander

Pollen and pet hair

Grass/tree pollens and fungal mould spores (correct)

Smoke and air pollution

How does perennial allergic rhinitis differ from seasonal allergic rhinitis?

It has symptoms present all year Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is associated with allergic rhinitis?

Eczema Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of allergic rhinitis on the eyes?

Watery/irritated eyes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a first-line treatment for moderate-to-severe nasal symptoms that are continuous?

Intranasal corticosteroids Signup and view all the answers

What can be useful in patients starting to use a preventer such as a nasal corticosteroid?

Decongestants Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following medications is highly effective for the treatment of eye symptoms?

Sodium cromoglicate eye drops Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment of choice for moderate-to-severe nasal symptoms that are continuous?

Intranasal corticosteroids Signup and view all the answers

Which medication can be taken several days to be effective in reducing inflammation due to allergen's action?

Intranasal corticosteroids Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action for seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay-fever) while driving to reduce the amount of pollen/allergens entering the car?

Keep car windows and air vents closed Signup and view all the answers

Which type of headache is usually unilateral behind and around the eye and typically worse on bending forwards and sensitive to touch?

Sinusitis Signup and view all the answers

Which type of headache is characterized by a pulsating/throbbing sensation with or without aura/visual disturbances?

Migraine Signup and view all the answers

Which medication can be used for acute relief of migraine with or without aura and where there is a 'clear diagnosis of migraine'?

Sumatriptan Signup and view all the answers

Which medication has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic activities?

Ibuprofen Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided to help alleviate tension headaches?

Avoidance of trigger factors Signup and view all the answers

Which type of infection is characterized by symptomatic inflammation of the vagina and/or vulva caused by a superficial fungal infection with candida yeast?

Vaginal thrush Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for asymptomatic male partners of patients with vaginal thrush?

No treatment needed Signup and view all the answers

What is the age range for taking fluconazole 150mg capsule as a one off dose?

16-60 yrs Signup and view all the answers

Which product is contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Fluconazole 150mg Capsule Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic sign of athlete's foot?

"Soggy" skin due to maceration between toes Signup and view all the answers

What is the general advice for preventing recurrence of athlete's foot?

Wear open, non-occlusive shoes and change socks daily Signup and view all the answers

What should patients do after using inhaled corticosteroids to prevent oral thrush?

Rinse their mouth out or take a drink Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended frequency of application for miconazole 2% oral gel in children aged 6 years and above?

Four times daily after eating Signup and view all the answers

What is the main sign of oral thrush?

Creamy white plaques on the tongue and inside of the cheeks Signup and view all the answers

What should patients do if oral thrush symptoms have not cleared up within 1 week?

Consult a doctor Signup and view all the answers

What should diabetics suffering from oral candidiasis do to prevent re-infection?

Consult a doctor for tighter blood glucose control Signup and view all the answers

Which product should be removed before treatment with miconazole gel for oral thrush?

Dentures Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of allergic rhinitis?

Sore throat Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of allergic rhinitis on the eyes?

Itching Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a first-line treatment for moderate-to-severe nasal symptoms that are continuous?

Intranasal corticosteroids Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following medications can be taken several days to be effective in reducing inflammation due to allergen's action?

Intranasal corticosteroids Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic sign of athlete's foot?

Itching between the toes Signup and view all the answers

What should patients do after using inhaled corticosteroids to prevent oral thrush?

Rinse their mouth with water Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a red flag/referral symptom for headaches?

Migraine triggers Signup and view all the answers

What is the first-line treatment for moderate-to-severe nasal symptoms that are continuous?

Intranasal Corticosteroids Signup and view all the answers

Which medication can be used for acute relief of migraine with or without aura and where there is a 'clear diagnosis of migraine'?

Sumatriptan Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of allergic rhinitis?

Allergen's action Signup and view all the answers

What should patients do if oral thrush symptoms have not cleared up within 1 week?

Seek medical advice Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following medications is highly effective for the treatment of eye symptoms related to allergic rhinitis?

Sodium Cromoglicate Eye Drops Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic sign of athlete's foot?

Vulval itching Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of allergic rhinitis on the eyes?

Watery discharge Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic sign of athlete's foot?

Flaking and fissuring of the skin Signup and view all the answers

What is the age range for taking fluconazole 150mg capsule as a one off dose?

16-60 years Signup and view all the answers

What should patients do after using inhaled corticosteroids to prevent oral thrush?

Rinse their mouth out Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following products is licensed for use in pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Clotrimazole external cream Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for asymptomatic male partners of patients with vaginal thrush?

No treatment needed Signup and view all the answers

What are the common allergens responsible for seasonal allergic rhinitis?

Grass/tree pollens and fungal mould spores Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of allergic rhinitis on the eyes?

Irritated eyes Signup and view all the answers

Which type of headache is usually unilateral behind and around the eye and typically worse on bending forwards and sensitive to touch?

Cluster headache Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for asymptomatic male partners of patients with vaginal thrush?

No treatment needed Signup and view all the answers

Which medication can be used for acute relief of migraine with or without aura and where there is a 'clear diagnosis of migraine'?

Sumatriptan Signup and view all the answers

What is the age range for taking fluconazole 150mg capsule as a one-off dose?

18-64 years Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary treatment for vaginal thrush?

Intravaginal Treatments (e.g. clotrimazole pessary or internal cream) Signup and view all the answers

What is the age range for taking a one-off dose of fluconazole 150mg capsule?

16-60 years Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic sign of athlete's foot?

Itching, infection, flaking, and fissuring of the skin Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended duration of treatment for athlete's foot?

At least one week after disappearance of all signs and symptoms Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of oral thrush?

Side effect of inhaled corticosteroids and other drugs Signup and view all the answers

What should patients do if oral thrush symptoms have not cleared up within 1 week?

They should see their doctor Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended frequency of application for miconazole 2% oral gel in children aged 6 years and above?

Four times daily after eating Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advice for preventing recurrence of athlete's foot?

Good foot hygiene, wearing non-occlusive shoes, and avoiding scratching affected skin Signup and view all the answers

What should diabetics suffering from oral candidiasis do to prevent re-infection?

They should ensure tighter blood glucose control Signup and view all the answers

What is the age range for using miconazole 2% oral gel?

6 months and above Signup and view all the answers

What type of footwear should be worn to prevent recurrence of athlete's foot?

Open, non-occlusive shoes Signup and view all the answers

What product is contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Fluconazole 150mg capsule Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment of choice for moderate-to-severe nasal symptoms that are continuous?

Intranasal Corticosteroids Signup and view all the answers

What medication is highly effective for the treatment of eye symptoms related to allergic rhinitis?

Sodium Cromoglicate Eye Drops Signup and view all the answers

What type of headache is characterized by a pulsating/throbbing sensation with or without aura/visual disturbances?

Migraine Signup and view all the answers

What medication can be used for acute relief of migraine with or without aura and where there is a 'clear diagnosis of migraine'?

Sumatriptan Signup and view all the answers

What is the age range for taking fluconazole 150mg capsule as a one off dose?

16-60 years Signup and view all the answers

What is the main sign of oral thrush?

White, curd-like and odourless vaginal discharge Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic sign of athlete's foot?

Itchy, scaly rash between the toes Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of allergic rhinitis on the eyes?

Painful sinuses Signup and view all the answers

What should patients do after using inhaled corticosteroids to prevent oral thrush?

Rinse the mouth Signup and view all the answers

What medication can be taken several days to be effective in reducing inflammation due to allergen's action?

Intranasal Corticosteroids Signup and view all the answers

What is the general advice for preventing recurrence of athlete's foot?

Keep feet clean and dry, wear clean cotton socks, and change socks regularly Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for asymptomatic male partners of patients with vaginal thrush?

None Signup and view all the answers

OTC 2

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Questions and Answers

What is the main cause of allergic rhinitis?

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of allergic rhinitis?

What are the common allergens responsible for seasonal allergic rhinitis?

How does perennial allergic rhinitis differ from seasonal allergic rhinitis?

Which of the following is associated with allergic rhinitis?

What is the primary effect of allergic rhinitis on the eyes?

Which of the following is a first-line treatment for moderate-to-severe nasal symptoms that are continuous?

What can be useful in patients starting to use a preventer such as a nasal corticosteroid?

Which of the following medications is highly effective for the treatment of eye symptoms?

What is the treatment of choice for moderate-to-severe nasal symptoms that are continuous?

Which medication can be taken several days to be effective in reducing inflammation due to allergen's action?

What is the recommended action for seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay-fever) while driving to reduce the amount of pollen/allergens entering the car?

Which type of headache is usually unilateral behind and around the eye and typically worse on bending forwards and sensitive to touch?

Which type of headache is characterized by a pulsating/throbbing sensation with or without aura/visual disturbances?

Which medication can be used for acute relief of migraine with or without aura and where there is a 'clear diagnosis of migraine'?

Which medication has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic activities?

What should be avoided to help alleviate tension headaches?

Which type of infection is characterized by symptomatic inflammation of the vagina and/or vulva caused by a superficial fungal infection with candida yeast?

What is the recommended treatment for asymptomatic male partners of patients with vaginal thrush?

What is the age range for taking fluconazole 150mg capsule as a one off dose?

Which product is contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding?

What is the characteristic sign of athlete's foot?

What is the general advice for preventing recurrence of athlete's foot?

What should patients do after using inhaled corticosteroids to prevent oral thrush?

What is the recommended frequency of application for miconazole 2% oral gel in children aged 6 years and above?

What is the main sign of oral thrush?

What should patients do if oral thrush symptoms have not cleared up within 1 week?

What should diabetics suffering from oral candidiasis do to prevent re-infection?

Which product should be removed before treatment with miconazole gel for oral thrush?

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of allergic rhinitis?

What is the primary effect of allergic rhinitis on the eyes?

Which of the following is a first-line treatment for moderate-to-severe nasal symptoms that are continuous?

Which of the following medications can be taken several days to be effective in reducing inflammation due to allergen's action?

What is the characteristic sign of athlete's foot?

What should patients do after using inhaled corticosteroids to prevent oral thrush?

Which of the following is NOT a red flag/referral symptom for headaches?

What is the first-line treatment for moderate-to-severe nasal symptoms that are continuous?

Which medication can be used for acute relief of migraine with or without aura and where there is a 'clear diagnosis of migraine'?

What is the main cause of allergic rhinitis?

What should patients do if oral thrush symptoms have not cleared up within 1 week?

Which of the following medications is highly effective for the treatment of eye symptoms related to allergic rhinitis?

What is the characteristic sign of athlete's foot?

What is the primary effect of allergic rhinitis on the eyes?

Which of the following is a characteristic sign of athlete's foot?

What is the age range for taking fluconazole 150mg capsule as a one off dose?

What should patients do after using inhaled corticosteroids to prevent oral thrush?

Which of the following products is licensed for use in pregnancy and breastfeeding?

What is the recommended treatment for asymptomatic male partners of patients with vaginal thrush?

What are the common allergens responsible for seasonal allergic rhinitis?

What is the primary effect of allergic rhinitis on the eyes?

Which type of headache is usually unilateral behind and around the eye and typically worse on bending forwards and sensitive to touch?

What is the recommended treatment for asymptomatic male partners of patients with vaginal thrush?

Which medication can be used for acute relief of migraine with or without aura and where there is a 'clear diagnosis of migraine'?

What is the age range for taking fluconazole 150mg capsule as a one-off dose?

What is the primary treatment for vaginal thrush?

What is the age range for taking a one-off dose of fluconazole 150mg capsule?

What is the characteristic sign of athlete's foot?

What is the recommended duration of treatment for athlete's foot?

What is the primary cause of oral thrush?

What should patients do if oral thrush symptoms have not cleared up within 1 week?

What is the recommended frequency of application for miconazole 2% oral gel in children aged 6 years and above?

What is the primary advice for preventing recurrence of athlete's foot?

What should diabetics suffering from oral candidiasis do to prevent re-infection?

What is the age range for using miconazole 2% oral gel?

What type of footwear should be worn to prevent recurrence of athlete's foot?

What product is contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding?

What is the treatment of choice for moderate-to-severe nasal symptoms that are continuous?

What medication is highly effective for the treatment of eye symptoms related to allergic rhinitis?

What type of headache is characterized by a pulsating/throbbing sensation with or without aura/visual disturbances?

What medication can be used for acute relief of migraine with or without aura and where there is a 'clear diagnosis of migraine'?

What is the age range for taking fluconazole 150mg capsule as a one off dose?

What is the main sign of oral thrush?

What is the characteristic sign of athlete's foot?

What is the primary effect of allergic rhinitis on the eyes?

What should patients do after using inhaled corticosteroids to prevent oral thrush?

What medication can be taken several days to be effective in reducing inflammation due to allergen's action?

What is the general advice for preventing recurrence of athlete's foot?