Pharmacology

Question 1

Name the SSRI drugs using the acronym:
Effective
For
Sadness
Panic
Compulsions

Answer 1

Effective - escitalopram (lexapro)
For - Fluoxetin (prozac)
Sadness - Sertraline (zoloft)
Panic - Paroxetine (Paxil)
Compulsions - Citalopram (Celexa)

Question 2

What is the function of SSRI drugs?

Answer 2

To block the reabsorption of serotonin in the brain to treat depression.

Question 3

SSRI’s major side effects are known as the 3 S’s. What are they?

Answer 3

S - Stomach upset
S - Sexual dysfunction
S - Serotonin syndrome

Question 4

What other drug combinations can cause serotonin syndrome?

Answer 4

Most common:
SSRI + SSRI
SSRI + SNRI
SSRI + MAOI

Less common:
SSRI + triptans
SSRI + lithium
SSRI + levodopa

Question 5

What are the symptoms of serotonin syndrome?

Answer 5

Delerium, agitation, tachycardia (rapid heart rate), diaphoresis (excessive sweating), diarrhea, seizures

Question 6

What is the treatment for serotonin syndrome?

Answer 6

1. Stop offending medications
2. IV fluids
3. Cyproheptadine to lower serotonin production
4. Benzodiazepine to lower muscle rigidity

Question 7

Which are the following foods you should avoid if taking MAOI drugs?

A. Tyramine rich foods (cheese, pickled foods, wine)
B. Purine rich foods (anchovies, sardines, alochol)
C. Fast Foods

Answer 7

A. Tyramine foods

MAOIs reduce the body’s ability to break down dietary amines and can lead to a hypertensive crisis.

Question 8

What are the 3 types of drug names?

Answer 8

1. Chemical name (N-acetyl-parap-aminophenol)
2. Genetic name (acetaminophen)
3. Trade name (Tylenol)

Question 9

A drug can have multiple _________ names but only one _______ name.

Answer 9

Trade, Generic
Example: Ibuprofen (generic) has multiple trade names (Advil, Motrin, etc)

Question 10

What are the 4 main parenteral (outside of the GI tract) ways that drugs are administered?

Answer 10

Intravenous, Intramuscular, Subcutaneous, Intrathecal

Question 11

Drug names that end with -tidine are for what kind of medications?

Answer 11

Histamine 2 blocker/acid reducers (Cimetidine)

Question 12

Drug names that end with -prazole are for what kind of medications?

Answer 12

Protein pump inhibitor/acid reducers (Omeprazole)

Question 13

Drug names that end with -cillin are for what kind of medications?

Answer 13

Penicillin antibiotic family (Amoxicillin)

Question 14

Drug names that end with -floxicinare for what kind of medications?

Answer 14

Tetracycline antibiotic family (Tetracycline)

Question 15

Drug names that end with -thromycin are for what kind of medications?

Answer 15

Macrolide antibiotic family (Azithromycin)

Question 16

Drug names that end with -micin/-mycin are for what kind of medications?

Answer 16

Aminoglycoside antibiotic family (Gentamicin)

Question 17

Drug names that end with -azole are for what kind of medications?

Answer 17

Antifungal (Itraconazole)

Question 18

Drug names that end with -triptan are for what kind of medications?

Answer 18

Serotonin-receptor agonists for migraines (Sumatriptan/Imitrex)

Question 19

Drug names that end with -denafil/-dalafil are for what kind of medications?

Answer 19

Phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors for erectile dysfunction (Sildenafil/Viagra)

Question 20

Drug names that end with -curium/-curonium are for what kind of medications?

Answer 20

Neuromuscular blockers for muscle relaxation during surgery (Pancuronium)

Question 21

Drug names that end with -zosin are for what kind of medications?

Answer 21

Alpha-adrenergic blockers for hypertension and benign prostatic hypertrophy (Prazosin)

Question 22

Drug names that end with -olol/-lol are for what kind of medications?

Answer 22

Beta-adrenergic blockers (Metoprolol/Lopressor)

Question 23

Drug names that end with -zepam/-zolam are for what kind of medications?

Answer 23

Benzodiazepines for anxiety (Diazepam/Valium)

Question 24

Drug names that end with -pril are for what kind of medications?

Answer 24

Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (Lisinopril/Privinil)

Question 25

Drug names that end with -artan are for what kind of medications?

Answer 25

Angiotensin-receptor blocker (ARB) (Candesartan/Atacand)

Question 26

Drug names that end with -dipine are for what kind of medications?

Answer 26

Calcium channel blockers (Amlodipine/Norvasc)

Question 27

Drug names that end with -statin are for what kind of medications?

Answer 27

Lipid lowering drug (Atorvastatin/Lipitor)

Question 28

Drug names that end with -ase/-plase are for what kind of medications?

Answer 28

Thrombolytic used to dissolve blood clots (Alteplase/Activaise)

Question 29

Drug names that end with -parin are for what kind of medications?

Answer 29

Anticolagulant (Enoxaparin/Lovenox)

Question 30

Drug names that end with -sone/-olone are for what kind of medications?

Answer 30

Corticosteroids (Prednisone)

Question 31

Drug names that end with -dronate are for what kind of medications?

Answer 31

Bisphosphonate for osteoporosis (Alendronate/Fosamax)

Question 32

Drug names that end with -terol are for what kind of medications?

Answer 32

Bronchodilator for asthma and COPD (Albuterol)

Question 33

Drug names that end with -thiazide are for what kind of medications?

Answer 33

Diuretic (Hydrochlorothiazide/Microzide)

Question 34

Drug names that end with -vir are for what kind of medications?

Answer 34

Antivirual (Acylovir/Zovirax)

Question 35

BUDCAT is an acronym for Blurry vision, Urinary retention, Dry mouth, Constipation, Anhidrosis, and Tachycardia. Which classification of drugs have these as known side effects?

Answer 35

Anticholinergic drugs that include: Tricyclic antidepressants, 1st and 2nd gen antipsychotics, antihistamines, Parkinson’s medications, overactive bladder medication…

Question 36

Which classification of diuretics is good for patients with kidney disease?

Which classification of diuretics is good for patients with normal kidney function?

A. Loop diuretics
B. Thiazide diuretics

Answer 36

A. Loop diuretics - kidney disease
B. Thiazide diuretics - normal kidney function