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1
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A drug interaction that occurs when the combined effect of 2 drugs taken together decreases the effect of the drugs individually

A

Antagonism

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2
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What drugs can cause interaction with Warfarin

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Aspirin, antibiotics or tylenol (acetaminophen)= increased bleeding

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3
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examples of Calcium channel blocker

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  • Diltiazem (Tiazac)

- pine

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4
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what is the greatest danger of taking OTC antacids?

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Can affect the absorption of other drugs

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5
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Drug-disease interaction of aspirin

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salicylates- in toothpaste, food preservatives
nasal polyps
causes asthmatic attacks or diff breathing

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6
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side effects of opioids

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constipation

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7
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What drugs make up the the “triple whammy”

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ACE Inhibitors + diuretics + NSAIDS
ACE inhibitors- pril
Can cause renal impairment when taken together

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8
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Drug-drug interactions

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Diltiazem & erythromycin

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9
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side effects of furosemide

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hyperglycemia, hypotension, allergic reaction

-reduces fluid retention (edema)

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10
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Examples of adverse drug reaction

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idiosyncrasy= eg- allergy to air
Teratogenic effect= birth defects
anaphylaxis= life-threatening allergic reaction

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11
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Brand name and S/E of Trazadone

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Desyrel

S/E= drowsiness

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12
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Effects of opioid analgesics like codeine etc

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lower HR and respiration

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13
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What is digitalis

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used to strengthen the contractions of the heart muscle

Overdose= GI disturbance, cardiac arrhythmia, blurred vision

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14
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S/E of antiprotozoal drugs (malarial drugs)

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vivid dreams, abdominal pain, HA, N/V, hypotension, visual disturbance, insomnia

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15
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S/E of Olanzapine (Zyprexa)

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Antipsychotic; schizophrenia & bipolar disorder

S/E: orthostatic hypertension, syncope related to low BP, weight gain, neuroleptic sensitivity, Parkinsonism

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16
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Generic of Xanax

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Alprazolam
Schedule IV
Benzodiazepine; GABA

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17
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Beta II Agonist drugs

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-Albuterol

used for COPD

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18
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examples of NSAIDs

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ibuprofen, celecoxib (Celebrex), aspirin, naproxen, nabumetone, meloxicam, etodolac, diclofenac, indomethacin

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19
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Drug class for antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals

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anti-infective

20
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Which drug class has the suffix -olol

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Beta Blockers
Cardiovascular
Eg: metoprolol (Lopressor & Toprol XL) , Atenolol (Tenormin)

21
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The generic name for Cefzil?

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Cephalosporin- antibiotics

22
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Schedule IV controlled substances

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Sleep aids + benzodiapines

  1. Ativan (Lorazapem)
  2. Ultram (Tramadol)
  3. Restoril ( Temazepam)
  4. Soma (Carisprodol)
  5. Ambien (zolpidem )
  6. Xanax (Alprazolam)
  7. Lunesta ( eszopiclone)
  8. valium ( diazepam)
  9. Librium ( Chlordiazepoxide)
  10. Klonopin (Clonazepam)
23
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How many refills within what time period can be authorized for schedule IV drug?

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5 refills within a 6-month period

24
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How many refills can be authorized for a schedule II drug

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Zero refills

25
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Schedule II controlled drugs

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Oxycodone (Roxicodone) 
Adderall
Opium
Vicodin (Hydrocodone/ acetaminophen) 
Percocet ( Oxycodone/ Acetaminophen) 
Vyvanse ( Lisdexamfetamine) 
Cocaine
Morphine
Demerol (Meperidine) 
Concerta ( methylphenidate)
26
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Which government branch is responsible for assigning schedules of controlled substances

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US Attorney General

27
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Do pharmacists hired by hospitals/institutions need to register to handle controlled substances

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No

28
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What are the constituents of Allegra-D

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Fexofenadine HCl & Pseudoephedrine HCl

29
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ROMAN NUMERALS

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M- 1000
C- 100
L- 50
D- 500

30
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Joint Commission

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accredits health care institutions based on pt care & safety standards

31
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Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

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Details chemical products, potential dangers assx with these chemicals & measures taken in case of exposure

32
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Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

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Ensures a safe and healthy workplace

33
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In a horizontal flow hood, how far should one work inside the hood?

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6 inches

34
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what can the direct mixture of calcium gluconate and potassium phosphate soln for injection cause

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precipitate

35
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Lactated Ringer’s solution

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contains Na, Ca, K salts

Used for IV irrigation

36
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what ingredient in TPN may interact with Warfarin

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Vit K- renders it ineffective

37
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Herbal preparation used for depression and possible immune system benefits

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St John’s wort

Not approved by FDA

38
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functions of physicians regarding the use of investigational drugs

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  1. obtain approval from the IRB
  2. explain drug benefits & risks to pt and obtained a signed consent
  3. send a copy of consent form to pharmacy

Pharmacies
-stores and dispenses the drug

39
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Schedule III controlled drugs

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  1. Vicoprofen- oxycodone/ibuprofen

2. Fiorinal- Butalbital, aspirin & caffeine

40
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Drug-Anecdote

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Acetaminophen- N-acetylcysteine
warfarin- Vit K
Anthracycline chemotherapy- Dexrazoxane
Benzo- Flumazenil

41
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What % of dextrose and sodium chloride are in a liter of D5NS?

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5% dextrose; 0.9% NS

42
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Egs of antifungal agents

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Fluconazole, Nystatin

43
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What is a misbranded drug?

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Has untrue or incorrect claims or labeling like labeling that does not have appropriate instructions for use or warning specific to the drug

44
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X’tics of filling a C-II drug

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  1. Can be partially filled if the remainder is available within 72 hours
  2. Emergency fill is allowed; Dr must provide the pharmacy with a hard copy within 7 days
  3. Can be hard or soft copy but needs to be signed by a Dr
45
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Drugs that cannot be delivered via the pneumatic tube system

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  1. Gemcitabine (chemo drug)
  2. Pegfilgrastim ( proteins can denature)
  3. Abciximab (denatured)
46
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Constituents of various insulins

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  1. Lantus- Insulin glargine
  2. Novolog- Insulin aspart
  3. Humalog (Apidra)- Insulin lisper
  4. Levemir- Insulin detemir

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