Meds Action Flashcards
What is the primary action of aspirin?
Aspirin primarily acts as an anti-inflammatory and analgesic by inhibiting cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes.
True or False: Beta-blockers are used to increase heart rate.
False: Beta-blockers are used to decrease heart rate.
Fill in the blank: _________ is commonly prescribed to manage hypertension.
Lisinopril
Which class of medications is used to lower cholesterol levels?
Statins
What is the mechanism of action for SSRIs?
SSRIs work by selectively inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin in the brain.
What medication is commonly used to treat Type 2 diabetes?
Metformin
True or False: Antihistamines are effective in treating bacterial infections.
False: Antihistamines are used to relieve allergy symptoms.
What is the action of opioids?
Opioids act by binding to opioid receptors in the brain to relieve pain.
Multiple Choice: Which medication is an anticoagulant? A) Aspirin B) Warfarin C) Ibuprofen
B) Warfarin
What is the primary use of corticosteroids?
Corticosteroids are used to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune response.
Fill in the blank: _________ is a common medication used to treat anxiety disorders.
Lorazepam
True or False: ACE inhibitors can cause a persistent cough as a side effect.
True
What is the action of proton pump inhibitors?
Proton pump inhibitors reduce stomach acid production by blocking the proton pump in gastric cells.
Which medication is used as a first-line treatment for asthma?
Albuterol
What is the function of diuretics?
Diuretics help the body eliminate excess fluid and sodium through urine.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT an antidepressant? A) Fluoxetine B) Sertraline C) Metoprolol
C) Metoprolol
What is the primary action of statins?
Statins primarily lower LDL cholesterol levels in the blood.
Fill in the blank: _________ is a medication used to treat high blood pressure by blocking calcium channels.
Amlodipine
True or False: Antidepressants can take several weeks to show their effects.
True
What is the mechanism of action for benzodiazepines?
Benzodiazepines enhance the effect of the neurotransmitter GABA at the GABA-A receptor.
What is a common side effect of opioids?
Constipation
Multiple Choice: Which medication is used to treat hypothyroidism? A) Levothyroxine B) Metformin C) Simvastatin
A) Levothyroxine
Fill in the blank: _________ is a medication used to treat allergic reactions.
Diphenhydramine
What is the action of NSAIDs?
NSAIDs reduce pain, inflammation, and fever by inhibiting COX enzymes.
