Quiz Questions Flashcards
What is the generic name for Flagyl?
metronidazole
Which of the following is NOT a brand name for doxycycline?
a. Vibramycin
b. Macrodantin
c. Adoxa
d. Monodox
B. Macrodantin
Which of the following is the brand name for cephalexin?
a. Keflex
b. Flagyl
c. Cipro
d. Amoxil
a. Keflex
Which of the following are common strengths for fluconazole?
a. 100 mg
b. 150 mg
c. 200 mg
d. 250 mg
100 mg, 150 mg, 200 mg
Which of the following is a common frequency by which valacyclovir is dosed?
a. q3h
b. q4h
c. q6h
d. q8h
d. q8h
Which of the following medications is commonly used to treat ear, nose, and throat infections?
a. nitrofurantoin
b. cephalexin
c. sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim
d. ciprofloxacin
b. cephalexin
Which of the following medications is commonly used to treat prostatitis?
a. fluconazole
b. valacyclovir
c. ciprofloxacin
d. metronidazole
c. ciprofloxacin
Patients with a macrolide allergy are contraindicated from taking which medication?
a. cephalexin
b. azithromycin
c. metronidazole
d. ciprofloxacin
b. azithromycin
Which of the following medications does NOT have any potential interaction with zinc (Zn++) which may decrease its absorption?
a. cephalexin
b. doxycycline
c. ciprofloxacin
c. ciprofloxacin
Which of the following medications commonly causes patients to experience orange or brown colored urine?
a. nitrofurantoin
b. metronidazole
c. sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim
d. azithromycin
a. nitrofurantoin
What is the generic name for Depo-Provera?
medroxyprogesterone
Which of the following is the brand name for ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate?
a. Loestrin Fe 1/20
b. Xulane
c. Tri-ViLibra
d. Jasmiel
a. Loestrin Fe 1/20
Which of the following are common strengths for clonazepam?
a. 0.5 mg
b. 1 mg
c. 2 mg
d. 5 mg
0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg
What is the common strength for Plan B One-Step?
a. 0.5 mg
b. 1 mg
c. 1.5 mg
d. 150 mg
c. 1.5 mg
Which of the following medications is dosed with increasing levels of the progestin component every 7 days for 21 days of active tablets, more naturally mimicking the natural menstrual cycle?
a. ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel
b. ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate
c. ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone
d. ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate
b. ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate
Which of the following medications is a vaginal ring inserted into the vagina for three weeks, with an additional ring free week each cycle?
a. ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin
b. ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel
c. ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone
d. ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate
b. ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel
Which of the following medications is commonly used to treat Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder?
a. ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin
b. ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate
c. ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate
d. ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone
d. ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone
Which of the following is an important counseling point for patients taking ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin?
a. If this medication falls out, rinse it with cool water and re-insert within 3 hours to maintain effectiveness.
b. It is recommended to rotate the site of placement to reduce the incidence of skin rash.
c. This medication should not be used for more than two years due to potential bone loss.
b. It is recommended to rotate the site of placement to reduce the incidence of skin rash.
Which of the following medications is associated with xerostomia (dry mouth)?
a. clonazepam
b. cyclobenzaprine
c. levonorgestrel
b. cyclobenzaprine
Which of the following is NOT a common brand name for azithromycin?
a. Tri-Pak
b. Paxil
c. Zithromax
d. Z-Pak
b. Paxil
What is the generic name for Flonase?
fluticasone
Which of the following is the brand name for montelukast?
a. Flonase
b. Claritin
c. Singulair
d. Tessalon
c. Singulair
Which of the following is the brand name for guaifenesin?
a. Flonase
b. Sudafed
c. Mucinex
d. Delsym
c. Mucinex
Which of the following are common strengths for benzonatate?
a. 25 mg
b. 50 mg
c. 100 mg
d. 200 mg
100 mg, 200 mg
All of the following are common frequencies of dosing for diphenhydramine EXCEPT?
a. Every 4 to 6 hours
b. Every 12 hours
c. Once daily at bedtime for sleep
b. Every 12 hours
What is the most common frequency of dosing for dextromethorphan (Delsym) cough syrup?
a. Every 6 hours
b. Every 8 hours
c. Every 12 hours
d. Once daily
c. Every 12 hours
Which of the following best describes the intended use for an albuterol sulfate inhaler?
a. Acute nasal allergy symptoms
b. Chronic nasal allergy symptoms
c. Acute asthma symptoms
c. Chronic asthma symptoms
c. Acute asthma symptoms
Which of the following is a counseling point for a patient starting Symbicort for the first time?
a. Alcohol intensifies drowsiness associated with medication
b. It may take several days for full effect of medication.
c. Rinse out mouth after each use to prevent oral thrush.
d. Drink lots of water with medication to thin mucus.
c. Rinse out mouth after each use to prevent oral thrush.
All of the following are common side effects associated with pseudoephedrine EXCEPT:
a. Jitteriness
b. Headache
c. Increased heart rate
d. Insomnia
b. Headache
Products containing ethinyl estradiol may increase the risk for cardiovascular complications, and as a result are not recommended for reach of the following groups EXCEPT:
a. Smokers
b. Patients greater than 35 years old
c. Patients with a history of stroke or blood clots
d. Patients with seizure disorders
d. Patients with seizure disorders
What is the generic name for Lexapro?
escitalopram
Which of the following is the brand name for fluoxetine?
a. Cymbalta
b. Sarafem
c. Zoloft
d. Effexor
b. Sarafem
Which of the following is the brand name for trazodone?
a. Zyban
b. Elavil
c. Zoloft
d. Desyrel
d. Desyrel
Which of the following are common strengths for venlafaxine?
a. 50 mg
b. 75 mg
c. 100 mg
d. 150 mg
75 mg, 150 mg
Wellbutrin XL is most commonly dosed in which way?
a. One 50 mg tablet at bedtime for 3-7 days, then one 50 mg tablet twice daily.
b. One 150 mg tablet daily for 3-7 days, then one 300 mg tablet once daily.
c. One 50 mg tablet at bedtime for 3-7 days, then one 100 mg tablet once daily.
d. One 150 mg tablet daily for 3-7 days, then one 150 mg tablet twice daily.
b. One 150 mg tablet daily for 3-7 days, then one 300 mg tablet once daily.
Which of the following medications is indicated for the treatment of diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain?
a. duloxetine
b. fluoxetine
c. bupropion
d. sertraline
a. duloxetine
Which of the following is an important counseling point to share with patients taking methylphenidate?
a. Sexual dysfunction is common with this medication.
b. Take in the evening to prevent insomnia.
c. This medication may decrease heart rate.
d. Weight loss may occur due to decreased appetite.
d. Weight loss may occur due to decreased appetite.
Which of the following medications is NOT linked to insomnia as a side effect?
a. fluoxetine
b. sertraline
c. bupropion
d. amphetamine/dextroamphetamine
a. fluoxetine
Which of the following medications is commonly used to treat fungal infections?
a. fluconazole
b. nitrofurantoin
c. ciprofloxacin
d. valacyclovir
a. fluconazole
Which of the following is the brand name for ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel?
a. NuvaRing
b. Loryna
c. Tri-ViLibra
d. Microgestin Fe
a. NuvaRing
What is the generic name for Advil?
ibuprofen