PHARMA DRUGS

Question 1

This drug inhibits folic acid synthesis and is bacteriostatic.

Answer 1

Dapsone

Question 2

This anti-malarial drug causes cinchonism.

Answer 2

Quinine

Question 3

This drug was withdrawn due to the increased cases of suicide and depression.

Answer 3

Rimonabant

Question 4

An appetite suppressant which is an amphetamine derivative.

Answer 4

Phentermine

Question 5

A term for two conditions: Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

Answer 5

IBD

Question 6

This drug can cause congenital deafness if taken during pregnancy.

Answer 6

Streptomycin

Question 7

What drug is used to reverse paralytic ileus?

Answer 7

Bethanechol

Question 8

Activates EP receptor causing increased bicarbonate and mucus secretion in the stomach.

Answer 8

Misoprostol

Question 9

DOC for GERD?

Answer 9

PPI

Question 10

The most hepatotoxic TB drug.

Answer 10

Pyrazinamide

Question 11

Pebble-like pieces of material, usually made of cholesterol or bilirubin.

Answer 11

Gallstones

Question 12

Binds to ergosterol in fungal cell membranes forming artificial pores.

Answer 12

Nystatin

Question 13

This prokinetic agent blocks the dopamine receptors.

Answer 13

Metoclopramide

Question 14

This drug inhibits norepinephrine and serotonin reuptake in the CNS.

Answer 14

Sibutramine

Question 15

Interfere with ergosterol synthesis by inhibiting fungal squalene oxidase.

Answer 15

Terbinafine

Question 16

Which of the following is described as a “trace element”.

Answer 16

Zinc

Question 17

Magnesium Hydroxide causes?

Answer 17

Diarrhea

Question 18

Forms a protective coating on ulcer beds and has antimicrobial effects.

Answer 18

Bismuth

Question 19

This is used for salvage therapy in severe aspergillosis.

Answer 19

Caspofungin

Question 20

Drug of choice for Plasmodium Falciparum malaria.

Answer 20

Chloroquine

Question 21

This drug causes rebound weight gain once discontinued.

Answer 21

Orlistat

Question 22

Amongst the PPI, which has the least drug-to-drug interaction?

Answer 22

Pantoprazole

Question 23

Inhibit fungal P450-dependent enzymes blocking ergosterol synthesis.

Answer 23

Ketoconazole

Question 24

This azole has a narrow spectrum.

Answer 24

Ketoconazole

Question 25

A mucosal protective agent known for being an abortifacient.

Answer 25

Misoprostol

Question 26

This ani-tb drug inhibits mycolic acid synthesis and is bactericidal.

Answer 26

Isoniazid

Question 27

This drug's side effect is black stools, darkening of tongue, and encephalopathy.

Answer 27

Bismuth

Question 28

This drug binds to guanine bases in bactericidal DNA and is used for sulfone-resistant M. Leprae.

Answer 28

Clofazimine

Question 29

The radical cure for Plasmodium Ovalle and Plasmodium Vivax

Answer 29

Primaquine

Question 30

What are the fat-soluble vitamins?

Answer 30

A, E, D, K

Question 31

Interferes with microtubule function. Fungistatic.

Answer 31

Griseofulvin

Question 32

This laxative is usually given to patients after Myocardial Infarction so that they don't have to do the Valsalva.

Answer 32

Docusate

Question 33

This is the most active drug against M. Leprae.

Answer 33

Dapsone

Question 34

Drug of Choice for Peptic Ulcer Disease.

Answer 34

PPI

Question 35

Gatsesophageal reflux disease, is a digestive disorder that affects the ring of muscle between your esophagus and your stomach. The ring is called?

Answer 35

Lower esophageal sphincter

Question 36

This antifungal medication is best taken with greasy food.

Answer 36

Griseofulvin

Question 37

This is used for uncomplicated resistant Plasmodium Falciparum malaria?

Answer 37

Co-Artem

Question 38

Peptic Ulcer Disease is a chronic disease that oftentimes occur in?

Answer 38

Duodenum

Question 39

Decreases cholesterol content of bile by reducing cholesterol secretion.

Answer 39

Ursodiol

Question 40

Triple therapy of H. Pylori Eradication is composed of?

Answer 40

Bismuth + Metronidazole + Tetracycline

Question 41

This drug can cause skin discoloration.

Answer 41

Clofazimine

Question 41

This anti-tb drug inhibits DNA dependent RNA polymerase – inhibiting RNA production.

Answer 41

Rifampicin

Question 42

This drug can cause visual disturbances, and color blindness.

Answer 42

Ethambutol

Question 43

This anti-tb drug causes red-orange body fluids.

Answer 43

Rifampicin

Question 43

Which of the following drugs causes GYNECOMASTIA?

Answer 43

Cimetidine

Question 44

This laxative works by distending the colon and promoting peristalsis.

Answer 44

Psyllium

Question 45

This prokinetic agent does not cross the blood brain barrier.

Answer 45

Domperidone

Question 46

This laxative softens the stool material, permitting water and lipids to penetrate.

Answer 46

Docusate

Question 47

This drug inhibits protein synthesis by binding to S12 ribosomal unit.

Answer 47

Streptomycin

Question 48

A drug that is used for bowel preparation in surgery because it binds to motilin receptors?

Answer 48

Erythromycin