Endocrine pharmacology Flashcards
What is the primary function of endocrine drugs?
To regulate hormone levels in the body.
True or False: Insulin is an endocrine drug used to treat diabetes.
True
Fill in the blank: __________ is a synthetic form of thyroid hormone used to treat hypothyroidism.
Levothyroxine
Which class of drugs is used to treat adrenal insufficiency?
Glucocorticoids
What is the mechanism of action of metformin?
It decreases hepatic glucose production and increases insulin sensitivity.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT an endocrine drug? A) Prednisone B) Metformin C) Lisinopril D) Levothyroxine
C) Lisinopril
What hormone does the pancreas produce that lowers blood glucose levels?
Insulin
True or False: Glucagon is used to increase blood glucose levels in hypoglycemic patients.
True
Fill in the blank: __________ is a drug used to manage hyperthyroidism by inhibiting thyroid hormone production.
Methimazole
What is the primary use of testosterone replacement therapy?
To treat male hypogonadism.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following drugs is a SGLT2 inhibitor? A) Sitagliptin B) Canagliflozin C) Metformin D) Acarbose
B) Canagliflozin
What condition is treated with synthetic estrogen?
Menopausal symptoms and hormonal replacement therapy.
True or False: Corticosteroids can be used to treat inflammatory conditions.
True
Fill in the blank: __________ is a common side effect of long-term corticosteroid use.
Osteoporosis
What is the role of antidiabetic drugs?
To manage blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a GLP-1 agonist? A) Exenatide B) Glipizide C) Metformin D) Insulin
A) Exenatide
What is the primary action of thiazolidinediones?
To improve insulin sensitivity.
True or False: Hormonal contraceptives contain synthetic hormones that prevent ovulation.
True
Fill in the blank: __________ is a drug used to treat Cushing’s syndrome.
Ketoconazole
What is the significance of monitoring thyroid function tests in patients taking thyroid medications?
To ensure proper dosage and prevent adverse effects.
Multiple Choice: Which drug is commonly used to treat polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? A) Clomiphene B) Metformin C) Spironolactone D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is the purpose of glucocorticoid therapy?
To reduce inflammation and suppress the immune response.
True or False: Estrogens can be used to treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.
True
Fill in the blank: __________ is a common test to assess adrenal function.
ACTH stimulation test
