Pharm Final Drugs Flashcards

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What is the drug class of Albuterol?

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Beta-2 adrenergic agonist

Commonly used for asthma and COPD

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What is the mechanism of action of Clonidine?

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Stimulates alpha-2 adrenergic receptors in the brain, reducing sympathetic outflow

Used for hypertension and ADHD

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Which drug class does Dobutamine belong to?

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Beta-1 adrenergic agonist

Used in heart failure and cardiogenic shock

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What receptors does Dopamine stimulate?

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Dopamine, beta-1, and alpha-1 receptors

Used in shock and heart failure

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What is the primary use of Epinephrine (Epi)?

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Used in anaphylaxis, cardiac arrest, and asthma

Stimulates alpha and beta adrenergic receptors

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Is Isoproterenol a selective or non-selective beta adrenergic agonist?

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Non-selective beta adrenergic agonist

Used in bradycardia and heart block

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What is the mechanism of action of Norepinephrine (Norepi)?

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Stimulates alpha-1, alpha-2, and beta-1 adrenergic receptors

Used in shock and hypotension

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What is the drug class of Amphetamine?

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CNS stimulant

Used for ADHD and narcolepsy

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What is the mechanism of action of Ephedrine?

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Increases release of norepinephrine and directly stimulates adrenergic receptors

Used for nasal congestion and hypotension

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What is Phentolamine used for?

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Used in pheochromocytoma and hypertensive emergencies

Blocks alpha-1 and alpha-2 adrenergic receptors

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What type of antagonist is Prazosin?

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Alpha-1 adrenergic antagonist

Used for hypertension and benign prostatic hyperplasia

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What is the mechanism of action of Metoprolol?

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Blocks beta-1 adrenergic receptors

Used for hypertension, angina, and heart failure

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Fill in the blank: Edrophonium is an _______.

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Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor

Used in the diagnosis of myasthenia gravis

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What is the mechanism of action of Organophosphate?

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Irreversibly inhibits acetylcholinesterase, increasing acetylcholine levels

Used as insecticides and nerve agents

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What type of drug is Atropine?

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Anticholinergic

Used in bradycardia and as an antidote for organophosphate poisoning

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What is the drug class of Sildenafil?

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Phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitor

Used to treat erectile dysfunction and pulmonary arterial hypertension

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What is the mechanism of action of Dihydropyridines?

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Inhibit L-type calcium channels, reducing calcium influx into vascular smooth muscle cells

Used to treat hypertension and angina

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What is the drug class of Verapamil?

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Calcium channel blocker

Used to treat hypertension, angina, and certain arrhythmias

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What is the mechanism of action of Methyldopa?

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Stimulates alpha-2 adrenergic receptors in the central nervous system, reducing sympathetic outflow

Used to treat hypertension, especially in pregnancy

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What is the primary use of Propranolol?

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Used to treat hypertension, angina, and certain arrhythmias

Blocks beta-adrenergic receptors

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What is the mechanism of action of Minoxidil?

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Opens potassium channels in vascular smooth muscle cells, leading to hyperpolarization and vasodilation

Used to treat severe hypertension and promote hair growth

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What type of drug is Sodium nitroprusside?

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Vasodilator

Used to treat hypertensive emergencies

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What is the mechanism of action of Digoxin?

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Inhibits sodium-potassium ATPase, increasing intracellular calcium and enhancing cardiac contractility

Used to treat heart failure and certain arrhythmias

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What is the drug class of Amiodarone?

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Antiarrhythmic (Class III)

Used to treat certain arrhythmias

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What is the mechanism of action of Adenosine?

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Activates adenosine receptors, slowing conduction through the atrioventricular (AV) node

Used to treat certain supraventricular tachycardias

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What is the primary use of Magnesium in cardiac treatment?

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Used to treat certain arrhythmias and magnesium deficiency

Modulates ion transport and enzyme activity

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What is the mechanism of action of Verapamil?

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Inhibits L-type calcium channels, reducing calcium influx into cardiac and vascular smooth muscle cells, leading to decreased heart rate and vasodilation

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What drug targets does Vasopressin act on?

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Vasopressin receptors

Used to treat diabetes insipidus and as a vasopressor

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29
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What type of drug is Furosemide?

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Loop diuretic

Used to treat edema and hypertension

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What is the mechanism of action of Hydrochlorothiazide?

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Inhibits sodium-chloride cotransporter in the distal convoluted tubule, increasing urine output

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What is the drug class of Spironolactone?

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Potassium-sparing diuretic

Used to treat heart failure, hypertension, and hyperaldosteronism

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What is the mechanism of action of Mannitol?

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Increases osmotic pressure in the renal tubules, leading to increased urine output

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What type of drug is Benadryl?

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Antihistamine

Used for allergy relief and as a sleep aid

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What is the mechanism of action of Epi (Epinephrine)?

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Stimulates alpha and beta-adrenergic receptors

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What drug class does Theophylline belong to?

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Methylxanthine

Used for asthma and COPD

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What is the mechanism of action of Atropine?

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Blocks muscarinic acetylcholine receptors

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What is the mechanism of action of Zileuton?

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Inhibits 5-lipoxygenase, reducing leukotriene production

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38
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What type of drug is Omalizumab (Xolair)?

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Monoclonal antibody

Used for severe asthma and chronic idiopathic urticaria

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What is the mechanism of action of Buspirone?

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Partial agonist at serotonin 5-HT1A receptors

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What are the drug targets of Ondansetron?

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Serotonin 5-HT3 receptors

Used to prevent nausea and vomiting

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What is the drug class of Phenytoin?

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Anticonvulsant

Used for epilepsy

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What is the mechanism of action of Valproic acid?

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Increases GABA levels, inhibits voltage-gated sodium channels

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What type of drug is Urokinase?

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Fibrinolytic

Used in pulmonary embolism

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What is the mechanism of action of Warfarin?

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Inhibits vitamin K epoxide reductase, reducing the synthesis of vitamin K-dependent clotting factors

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What are the drug targets of Clopidogrel (Plavix)?

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ADP receptors

Used to prevent ischemic events

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46
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What type of drug is Metformin?

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Biguanide

Used for type 2 diabetes management

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47
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Fill in the blank: The drug class of Ethacrynic acid is _______.

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Loop diuretic

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48
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True or False: Salmeterol is a short-acting beta-2 agonist.

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False

Salmeterol is a long-acting beta-2 agonist (LABA)

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What is the mechanism of action of Lamotrigine?

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Inhibits voltage-gated sodium channels

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50
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What drug class does Zafirlukast belong to?

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Leukotriene receptor antagonist

Used for asthma

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What is the mechanism of action of Dantrolene?

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Inhibits calcium release from the sarcoplasmic reticulum

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52
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What is the drug class of Argatroban?

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Direct Thrombin Inhibitor

Used in patients with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia

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What is the mechanism of action of Theobromine?

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Inhibits phosphodiesterase, similar to theophylline

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What is the mechanism of action of Aspirin?

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Inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX), reducing thromboxane A2 production

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What is the drug class of Neutral Protamine Hagedorn (NPH)?

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Intermediate-acting insulin

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What is the mechanism of action of NPH?

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Facilitates glucose uptake by cells

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57
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What are the drug targets of NPH?

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Insulin receptors on muscle and fat cells

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58
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What additional information is associated with NPH?

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Provides basal insulin coverage

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59
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What drug class do Insulin (Glargine, Detemir) belong to?

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Long-acting insulin

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What is the mechanism of action of Insulin (Glargine, Detemir)?

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Facilitates glucose uptake by cells

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What are the drug targets of Insulin (Glargine, Detemir)?

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Insulin receptors on muscle and fat cells

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What additional information is associated with Insulin (Glargine, Detemir)?

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Provides basal insulin coverage

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What drug class does Metformin belong to?

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Biguanide

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What is the mechanism of action of Metformin?

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Decreases hepatic glucose production, increases insulin sensitivity

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What are the drug targets of Metformin?

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Liver, muscle cells

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What additional information is associated with Metformin?

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First-line treatment for type 2 diabetes, no risk of hypoglycemia

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67
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What drug class do Sulfonylureas belong to?

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Sulfonylureas

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68
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What is the mechanism of action of Sulfonylureas?

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Stimulates insulin release from pancreatic beta cells

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What are the drug targets of Sulfonylureas?

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Pancreatic beta cells

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70
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What additional information is associated with Sulfonylureas?

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Risk of hypoglycemia, weight gain

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71
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What drug class does Acarbose belong to?

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Alpha-glucosidase inhibitor

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72
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What is the mechanism of action of Acarbose?

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Delays carbohydrate absorption in the intestine

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73
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What are the drug targets of Acarbose?

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Intestinal brush border enzymes

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74
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What additional information is associated with Acarbose?

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Gastrointestinal side effects

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75
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What drug class do GLP1 agonists belong to?

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Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists

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What is the mechanism of action of GLP1 agonists?

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Mimic the action of GLP-1, enhancing glucose-dependent insulin secretion, inhibiting glucagon release, and slowing gastric emptying

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What are the drug targets of GLP1 agonists?

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GLP-1 receptors

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78
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What additional information is associated with GLP1 agonists?

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Used to treat type 2 diabetes

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79
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What drug class do DPP4 antagonists belong to?

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Dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors

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What is the mechanism of action of DPP4 antagonists?

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Inhibit DPP-4 enzyme, increasing levels of incretin hormones, which enhance glucose-dependent insulin secretion and inhibit glucagon release

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81
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What are the drug targets of DPP4 antagonists?

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DPP-4 enzyme

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82
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What additional information is associated with DPP4 antagonists?

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Used to treat type 2 diabetes

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What drug class do SGLT2 inhibitors belong to?

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Sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitors

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What is the mechanism of action of SGLT2 inhibitors?

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Inhibit SGLT2 in the proximal renal tubules, reducing glucose reabsorption and increasing urinary glucose excretion

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What are the drug targets of SGLT2 inhibitors?

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SGLT2

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86
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What additional information is associated with SGLT2 inhibitors?

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Used to treat type 2 diabetes

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87
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What drug class do Statins belong to?

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HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors

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What is the mechanism of action of Statins?

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Inhibits HMG-CoA reductase, reducing cholesterol synthesis

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What are the drug targets of Statins?

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HMG-CoA reductase

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90
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What additional information is associated with Statins?

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Used to lower LDL cholesterol levels

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91
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What drug class does Niacin belong to?

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Nicotinic acid

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92
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What is the mechanism of action of Niacin?

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Inhibits lipolysis in adipose tissue, reducing free fatty acids

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What are the drug targets of Niacin?

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Adipose tissue

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What additional information is associated with Niacin?

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Used to lower triglycerides and increase HDL cholesterol levels

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What drug class do Fibrates belong to?

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Fibric acid derivatives

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What is the mechanism of action of Fibrates?

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Activates PPAR-alpha, increasing lipoprotein lipase activity

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What are the drug targets of Fibrates?

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PPAR-alpha

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What additional information is associated with Fibrates?

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Used to lower triglycerides and increase HDL cholesterol levels

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What drug class do Bile Acid Binding Resins belong to?

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Bile acid sequestrants

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100
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What is the mechanism of action of Bile Acid Binding Resins?

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Binds bile acids in the intestine, reducing cholesterol absorption

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101
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What are the drug targets of Bile Acid Binding Resins?

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Intestinal bile acids

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102
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What additional information is associated with Bile Acid Binding Resins?

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Gastrointestinal side effects, may affect absorption of other drugs

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What drug class does Ezetimibe (Zetia) belong to?

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Cholesterol absorption inhibitor

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What is the mechanism of action of Ezetimibe (Zetia)?

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Inhibits absorption of cholesterol in the small intestine

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What are the drug targets of Ezetimibe (Zetia)?

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NPC1L1 transporter

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What additional information is associated with Ezetimibe (Zetia)?

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Used to lower LDL cholesterol levels

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What drug class do PCSK9 Inhibitors belong to?

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Monoclonal antibodies

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108
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What is the mechanism of action of PCSK9 Inhibitors?

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Inhibits PCSK9, increasing LDL receptor availability

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109
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What are the drug targets of PCSK9 Inhibitors?

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PCSK9

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110
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What additional information is associated with PCSK9 Inhibitors?

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Used to lower LDL cholesterol levels

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What drug class does Penicillin belong to?

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Beta-lactam antibiotic

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What is the mechanism of action of Penicillin?

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Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis

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113
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What are the drug targets of Penicillin?

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Penicillin-binding proteins

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114
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What additional information is associated with Penicillin?

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Used to treat various bacterial infections

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115
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What drug class do Cephalosporins belong to?

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Beta-lactam antibiotic

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116
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What is the mechanism of action of Cephalosporins?

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Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis

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What are the drug targets of Cephalosporins?

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Penicillin-binding proteins

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What additional information is associated with Cephalosporins?

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Used to treat various bacterial infections

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What drug class does Vancomycin belong to?

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Glycopeptide antibiotic

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What is the mechanism of action of Vancomycin?

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Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis

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What are the drug targets of Vancomycin?

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D-alanyl-D-alanine terminus of cell wall precursors

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What additional information is associated with Vancomycin?

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Used to treat MRSA and other Gram-positive infections

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What drug class does Polymyxin belong to?

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Polypeptide antibiotic

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What is the mechanism of action of Polymyxin?

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Disrupts bacterial cell membrane

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What are the drug targets of Polymyxin?

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Bacterial cell membrane

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What additional information is associated with Polymyxin?

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Used to treat multi-drug resistant Gram-negative infections

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What drug class does Tetracycline belong to?

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Tetracycline antibiotic

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What is the mechanism of action of Tetracycline?

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Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis

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What are the drug targets of Tetracycline?

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30S ribosomal subunit

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What additional information is associated with Tetracycline?

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Used to treat various bacterial infections

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What drug class does Erythromycin belong to?

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Macrolide antibiotic

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What is the mechanism of action of Erythromycin?

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Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis

133
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What are the drug targets of Erythromycin?

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50S ribosomal subunit

134
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What additional information is associated with Erythromycin?

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Used to treat various bacterial infections

135
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What drug class does Clarithromycin belong to?

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Macrolide antibiotic

136
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What is the mechanism of action of Clarithromycin?

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Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis

137
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What are the drug targets of Clarithromycin?

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50S ribosomal subunit

138
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What additional information is associated with Clarithromycin?

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Used to treat various bacterial infections

139
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What drug class does Azithromycin belong to?

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Macrolide antibiotic

140
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What is the mechanism of action of Azithromycin?

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Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis

141
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What are the drug targets of Azithromycin?

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50S ribosomal subunit

142
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What additional information is associated with Azithromycin?

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Used to treat various bacterial infections

143
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What drug class does Rifamycin belong to?

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Rifamycin antibiotic

144
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What is the mechanism of action of Rifamycin?

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Inhibits bacterial RNA synthesis

145
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What are the drug targets of Rifamycin?

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Bacterial RNA polymerase

146
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What additional information is associated with Rifamycin?

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Used to treat tuberculosis and other bacterial infections

147
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What drug class does Ciprofloxacin (Cipro) belong to?

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Fluoroquinolone antibiotic

148
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What is the mechanism of action of Ciprofloxacin (Cipro)?

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Inhibits bacterial DNA synthesis

149
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What are the drug targets of Ciprofloxacin (Cipro)?

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DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV

150
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What additional information is associated with Ciprofloxacin (Cipro)?

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Used to treat various bacterial infections

151
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What drug class does Levofloxacin (Levaquin) belong to?

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Fluoroquinolone antibiotic

152
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What is the mechanism of action of Levofloxacin (Levaquin)?

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Inhibits bacterial DNA synthesis

153
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What are the drug targets of Levofloxacin (Levaquin)?

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DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV

154
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What additional information is associated with Levofloxacin (Levaquin)?

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Used to treat various bacterial infections

155
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What drug class does Ofloxacin (Floxin) belong to?

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Fluoroquinolone antibiotic

156
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What is the mechanism of action of Ofloxacin (Floxin)?

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Inhibits bacterial DNA synthesis

157
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What are the drug targets of Ofloxacin (Floxin)?

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DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV

158
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What additional information is associated with Ofloxacin (Floxin)?

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Used to treat various bacterial infections

159
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What drug class does Trimethoprim/Sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim, Septra) belong to?

A

Sulfonamide antibiotic

160
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What is the mechanism of action of Trimethoprim/Sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim, Septra)?

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Inhibits bacterial folic acid synthesis

161
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What are the drug targets of Trimethoprim/Sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim, Septra)?

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Dihydrofolate reductase and dihydropteroate synthase

162
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What additional information is associated with Trimethoprim/Sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim, Septra)?

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Used to treat various bacterial infections

163
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What drug class does Acyclovir belong to?

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Antiviral

164
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What is the mechanism of action of Acyclovir?

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Inhibits viral DNA synthesis

165
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What are the drug targets of Acyclovir?

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Viral DNA polymerase

166
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What additional information is associated with Acyclovir?

A

Used to treat herpes simplex and varicella-zoster infections

167
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What drug class does Zidovudine (Azidothymidine) belong to?

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Antiretroviral

168
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What is the mechanism of action of Zidovudine (Azidothymidine)?

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Inhibits viral reverse transcriptase

169
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What are the drug targets of Zidovudine (Azidothymidine)?

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Viral reverse transcriptase

170
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What additional information is associated with Zidovudine (Azidothymidine)?

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Used to treat HIV infection

171
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What drug class does Lamivudine belong to?

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Antiretroviral

172
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What is the mechanism of action of Lamivudine?

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Inhibits viral reverse transcriptase

173
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What are the drug targets of Lamivudine?

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Viral reverse transcriptase

174
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What additional information is associated with Lamivudine?

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Used to treat HIV and hepatitis B infections

175
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What drug class does Oseltamivir (Tamiflu) belong to?

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Antiviral

176
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What is the mechanism of action of Oseltamivir (Tamiflu)?

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Inhibits viral neuraminidase

177
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What are the drug targets of Oseltamivir (Tamiflu)?

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Viral neuraminidase

178
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What additional information is associated with Oseltamivir (Tamiflu)?

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Used to treat and prevent influenza

179
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What drug class does Zanamivir (Relenza) belong to?

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Antiviral

180
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What is the mechanism of action of Zanamivir (Relenza)?

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Inhibits viral neuraminidase

181
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What are the drug targets of Zanamivir (Relenza)?

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Viral neuraminidase

182
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What additional information is associated with Zanamivir (Relenza)?

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Used to treat and prevent influenza

183
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What drug class does Baloxavir (Xofluza) belong to?

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Antiviral

184
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What is the mechanism of action of Baloxavir (Xofluza)?

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Inhibits viral cap-dependent endonuclease

185
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What are the drug targets of Baloxavir (Xofluza)?

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Viral cap-dependent endonuclease

186
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What additional information is associated with Baloxavir (Xofluza)?

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Used to treat influenza

187
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What drug class does Carbidopa levodopa belong to?

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Dopamine precursor

188
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What is the mechanism of action of Carbidopa levodopa?

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Carbidopa inhibits the peripheral breakdown of levodopa, allowing more levodopa to reach the brain where it is converted to dopamine

189
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What are the drug targets of Carbidopa levodopa?

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Dopamine receptors in the brain

190
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What additional information is associated with Carbidopa levodopa?

A

Used in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease

191
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What drug class does Pramipexole belong to?

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Dopamine agonist

192
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What is the mechanism of action of Pramipexole?

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Stimulates dopamine receptors in the brain

193
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What are the drug targets of Pramipexole?

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Dopamine receptors

194
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What additional information is associated with Pramipexole?

A

Used in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease and restless legs syndrome

195
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What drug class does Ropinirole belong to?

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Dopamine agonist

196
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What is the mechanism of action of Ropinirole?

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Stimulates dopamine receptors in the brain

197
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What are the drug targets of Ropinirole?

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Dopamine receptors

198
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What additional information is associated with Ropinirole?

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Used in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease and restless legs syndrome

199
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What drug class does Rotigotine belong to?

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Dopamine agonist

200
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What is the mechanism of action of Rotigotine?

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Stimulates dopamine receptors in the brain

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What are the drug targets of Rotigotine?

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Dopamine receptors

202
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What additional information is associated with Rotigotine?

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Used in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease and restless legs syndrome

203
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What drug class does Selegiline belong to?

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MAO-B inhibitor

204
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What is the mechanism of action of Selegiline?

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Inhibits the breakdown of dopamine in the brain

205
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What are the drug targets of Selegiline?

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Monoamine oxidase B (MAO-B)

206
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What additional information is associated with Selegiline?

A

Used in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease

207
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What drug class does Entacapone belong to?

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COMT inhibitor

208
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What is the mechanism of action of Entacapone?

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Inhibits the breakdown of levodopa in the periphery

209
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What are the drug targets of Entacapone?

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Catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT)

210
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What additional information is associated with Entacapone?

A

Used in combination with levodopa/carbidopa in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease

211
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What drug class does Apomorphine belong to?

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Dopamine agonist

212
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What is the mechanism of action of Apomorphine?

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Stimulates dopamine receptors in the brain

213
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What are the drug targets of Apomorphine?

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Dopamine receptors

214
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What additional information is associated with Apomorphine?

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Used in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease

215
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What drug class does Amantadine belong to?

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Antiviral, dopamine agonist

216
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What is the mechanism of action of Amantadine?

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Increases dopamine release and blocks dopamine reuptake

217
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What are the drug targets of Amantadine?

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Dopamine receptors

218
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What additional information is associated with Amantadine?

A

Used in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease and influenza A

219
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What drug class does Tetrabenazine belong to?

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VMAT2 inhibitor

220
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What is the mechanism of action of Tetrabenazine?

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Depletes dopamine stores in the brain

221
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What are the drug targets of Tetrabenazine?

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Vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2)

222
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What additional information is associated with Tetrabenazine?

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Used in the treatment of Huntington’s disease and tardive dyskinesia

223
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What drug class does Haloperidol belong to?

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Antipsychotic

224
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What is the mechanism of action of Haloperidol?

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Blocks dopamine receptors in the brain

225
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What are the drug targets of Haloperidol?

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Dopamine receptors

226
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What additional information is associated with Haloperidol?

A

Used in the treatment of schizophrenia and acute psychosis

227
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What drug class does Aspirin belong to?

A

Antiplatelet

228
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What are the drug targets of Aspirin?

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Cyclooxygenase (COX)

229
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What additional information is associated with Aspirin?

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Used to prevent ischemic events

230
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What drug class does Celecoxib belong to?

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NSAID

231
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What is the mechanism of action of Celecoxib?

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Selectively inhibits COX-2, reducing inflammation and pain

232
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What are the drug targets of Celecoxib?

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Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2)

233
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What additional information is associated with Celecoxib?

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Used in the treatment of arthritis and acute pain

234
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What drug class does Ibuprofen belong to?

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NSAID

235
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What is the mechanism of action of Ibuprofen?

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Inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX), reducing inflammation and pain

236
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What are the drug targets of Ibuprofen?

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Cyclooxygenase (COX)

237
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What additional information is associated with Ibuprofen?

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Used in the treatment of pain, fever, and inflammation

238
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What drug class does Indomethacin belong to?

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NSAID

239
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What is the mechanism of action of Indomethacin?

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Inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX), reducing inflammation and pain

240
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What are the drug targets of Indomethacin?

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Cyclooxygenase (COX)

241
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What additional information is associated with Indomethacin?

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Used in the treatment of pain, fever, and inflammation

242
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What drug class does Acetaminophen belong to?

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Analgesic, antipyretic

243
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What is the mechanism of action of Acetaminophen?

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Inhibits prostaglandin synthesis in the CNS

244
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What are the drug targets of Acetaminophen?

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Cyclooxygenase (COX)

245
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What additional information is associated with Acetaminophen?

A

Used in the treatment of pain and fever

246
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What drug class does Hydrocortisone belong to?

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Corticosteroid

247
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What is the mechanism of action of Hydrocortisone?

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Reduces inflammation by inhibiting multiple inflammatory cytokines

248
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What are the drug targets of Hydrocortisone?

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Glucocorticoid receptors

249
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What additional information is associated with Hydrocortisone?

A

Used in the treatment of inflammation and adrenal insufficiency

250
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What drug class does Prednisone belong to?

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Corticosteroid

251
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What is the mechanism of action of Prednisone?

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Reduces inflammation by inhibiting multiple inflammatory cytokines

252
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What are the drug targets of Prednisone?

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Glucocorticoid receptors

253
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What additional information is associated with Prednisone?

A

Used in the treatment of inflammation and autoimmune diseases

254
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What drug class does Dexamethasone belong to?

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Corticosteroid

255
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What is the mechanism of action of Dexamethasone?

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Reduces inflammation by inhibiting multiple inflammatory cytokines

256
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What are the drug targets of Dexamethasone?

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Glucocorticoid receptors

257
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What additional information is associated with Dexamethasone?

A

Used in the treatment of inflammation and autoimmune diseases

258
Q

What drug class does Methotrexate belong to?

A

Antimetabolite

259
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What is the mechanism of action of Methotrexate?

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Inhibits dihydrofolate reductase, reducing DNA synthesis

260
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What are the drug targets of Methotrexate?

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Dihydrofolate reductase

261
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What additional information is associated with Methotrexate?

A

Used in the treatment of cancer and autoimmune diseases

262
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What drug class does Cyclophosphamide belong to?

A

Alkylating agent

263
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What is the mechanism of action of Cyclophosphamide?

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Cross-links DNA, preventing cell division

264
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What are the drug targets of Cyclophosphamide?

A

DNA

265
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What additional information is associated with Cyclophosphamide?

A

Used in the treatment of cancer and autoimmune diseases

266
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What drug class does Cyclosporine belong to?

A

Immunosuppressant

267
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What is the mechanism of action of Cyclosporine?

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Inhibits calcineurin, reducing T-cell activation

268
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What are the drug targets of Cyclosporine?

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Calcineurin

269
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What additional information is associated with Cyclosporine?

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Used in the prevention of organ transplant rejection and treatment of autoimmune diseases

270
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What drug class does Abatacept (Orencia) belong to?

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Immunosuppressant

271
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What is the mechanism of action of Abatacept (Orencia)?

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Inhibits T-cell activation by binding to CD80 and CD86

272
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What are the drug targets of Abatacept (Orencia)?

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CD80, CD86

273
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What additional information is associated with Abatacept (Orencia)?

A

Used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis

274
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What drug class does Rituximab (Rituxan) belong to?

A

Monoclonal antibody

275
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What is the mechanism of action of Rituximab (Rituxan)?

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Binds to CD20 on B-cells, leading to their destruction

276
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What are the drug targets of Rituximab (Rituxan)?

A

CD20

277
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What additional information is associated with Rituximab (Rituxan)?

A

Used in the treatment of non-Hodgkin lymphoma and rheumatoid arthritis

278
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What drug class does Adalimumab (Humira) belong to?

A

Monoclonal antibody

279
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What is the mechanism of action of Adalimumab (Humira)?

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Binds to TNF-alpha, inhibiting its activity

280
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What are the drug targets of Adalimumab (Humira)?

A

TNF-alpha

281
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What additional information is associated with Adalimumab (Humira)?

A

Used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune diseases

282
Q

What drug class does Morphine belong to?

A

Opioid analgesic

283
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What is the mechanism of action of Morphine?

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Binds to opioid receptors in the CNS, reducing pain perception

284
Q

What are the drug targets of Morphine?

A

Opioid receptors

285
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What additional information is associated with Morphine?

A

Used in the treatment of severe pain

286
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What drug class does Naloxone belong to?

A

Opioid antagonist

287
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What is the mechanism of action of Naloxone?

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Binds to opioid receptors, reversing the effects of opioids

288
Q

What are the drug targets of Naloxone?

A

Opioid receptors

289
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What additional information is associated with Naloxone?

A

Used in the treatment of opioid overdose

290
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What drug class does Hydromorphone belong to?

A

Opioid analgesic

291
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What is the mechanism of action of Hydromorphone?

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Binds to opioid receptors in the CNS, reducing pain perception

292
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What are the drug targets of Hydromorphone?

A

Opioid receptors

293
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What additional information is associated with Hydromorphone?

A

Used in the treatment of severe pain

294
Q

What drug class does Heroin belong to?

A

Opioid analgesic

295
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What is the mechanism of action of Heroin?

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Binds to opioid receptors in the CNS, reducing pain perception

296
Q

What are the drug targets of Heroin?

A

Opioid receptors

297
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What is the mechanism of action of Naloxone?

A

Binds to opioid receptors, reversing the effects of opioids.

298
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What class of drug is Hydromorphone?

A

Opioid analgesic

299
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What is the primary use of Hydromorphone?

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Used in the treatment of severe pain.

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True or False: Heroin is used medically in the United States.

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False

301
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What is the mechanism of action of Methadone?

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Binds to opioid receptors in the CNS, reducing pain perception.

302
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What is Fentanyl primarily used for?

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Used in the treatment of severe pain.

303
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What class of drug is Meperidine?

A

Opioid analgesic

304
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What is Codeine used for?

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Used in the treatment of mild to moderate pain and cough suppression.

305
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Fill in the blank: Oxycodone is classified as an _______.

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Opioid analgesic

306
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What is the mechanism of action of Percocet?

A

Combination of oxycodone and acetaminophen, binds to opioid receptors in the CNS, reducing pain perception.

307
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What class of drug is Loperamide?

A

Antidiarrheal

308
Q

What is the primary use of Naltrexone?

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Used in the treatment of opioid and alcohol dependence.

309
Q

What is the mechanism of action of Diazepam?

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Enhances the effect of GABA at the GABA-A receptor.

310
Q

What class of drug is Midazolam?

A

Benzodiazepine

311
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True or False: Phenobarbital is used in the treatment of seizures.

A

True

312
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What is the mechanism of action of Ethanol?

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Enhances the effect of GABA at the GABA-A receptor.

313
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What class of drug is Zolpidem?

A

Sedative-hypnotic

314
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What is the primary use of Ramelteon?

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Used in the treatment of insomnia.

315
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What is the mechanism of action of Buspirone?

A

Partial agonist at serotonin 5-HT1A receptors.

316
Q

What class of drug is Acamprosate?

A

Alcohol dependence treatment

317
Q

What is the mechanism of action of Disulfiram?

A

Inhibits aldehyde dehydrogenase, causing unpleasant effects when alcohol is consumed.

318
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Fill in the blank: Methotrexate is classified as an _______.

A

Antimetabolite, antifolate

319
Q

What is the primary use of 5-FU (Fluorouracil)?

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Used to treat various cancers, including colorectal and breast cancer.

320
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What is the mechanism of action of Vincristine?

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Inhibits microtubule formation, disrupting mitosis.

321
Q

What class of drug is Paclitaxel (Taxol)?

A

Taxane

322
Q

What is the mechanism of action of Dexamethasone?

A

Modulates gene expression, reducing inflammation and immune response.

323
Q

What is the primary use of Adalimumab?

A

Used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease, and other inflammatory conditions.

324
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True or False: Mycophenolate Mofetil is used to prevent organ transplant rejection.

A

True

325
Q

What class of drug is Sirolimus?

A

Immunosuppressant

326
Q

What is the mechanism of action of Thalidomide Derivatives?

A

Modulate immune response, inhibit angiogenesis.

327
Q

What is the primary use of Ginkgo biloba?

A

Used to improve memory and cognitive function.

328
Q

What class of drug is St. John’s Wort?

A

Herbal supplement

329
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What is the mechanism of action of Saw palmetto?

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Believed to inhibit 5-alpha-reductase, reducing the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone.