Veterinary Pharmacology Medications Flashcards

1
Q

What is Sevoflurane used for?

A

An inhalant anesthetic agent

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2
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Why is Halothane not widely used?

A

Due to side effects, especially cardiac

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3
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What is Furosemide (Lasix) primarily used for?

A

As a loop diuretic in congestive heart failure

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4
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What suffix do ACE inhibitors typically end with?

A

-pril

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5
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What conditions are Enalapril and Benazapril used to treat?

A

Heart failure and hypertension

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6
Q

What is Pimobendan (Vetmedin) used for?

A

Treating congestive heart failure

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7
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What type of diuretic is Spironolactone?

A

Potassium sparing diuretic

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8
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What is the primary action of Amlodipine?

A

Decreases blood pressure

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9
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What is the function of Atropine in veterinary medicine?

A

Increases heart rate and treats bradycardia

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10
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What is Selamectin (Revolution) used for?

A

Topical parasite prevention

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11
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What does Pyrantel primarily target?

A

Ascarids

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12
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Which drug is known as a topical dewormer for felines?

A

Emodepside and Praziquantel (Profender)

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13
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What combination of drugs is Drontal plus?

A

Praziquantel, Pyrantel, and Febantel

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14
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What is Ivermectin used for?

A

Heartworm prevention and treatment for hooks and rounds

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15
Q

Which breeds are contraindicated for Ivermectin?

A

Collie type breeds

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16
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What is Famotidine (Pepcid AC) classified as?

A

H2 receptor blocker

17
Q

What is Carafate (Sucralfate) known for?

A

Gastroprotectant

18
Q

What is the primary use of Metoclopramide (Reglan)?

A

Upper GI pro-kinetic agent and anti-emetic

19
Q

What type of drug is Methocarbamol (Robaxin)?

A

Muscle relaxant

20
Q

What are Fluconazole, Ketoconazole, and Itraconazole used for?

A

Anti-fungals

21
Q

What condition is Trilostane (Vetoryl) used to treat?

A

Hyperadrenocorticism

22
Q

What does Levothyroxine treat?

A

Hypothyroidism

23
Q

What is the action of Methimazole (Tapazole)?

A

Inhibits synthesis of thyroid hormone

24
Q

What is Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) used for?

A

Allergies and allergic reactions

25
Q

What is Epinephrine primarily used for?

A

Anaphylaxis and cardiac resuscitation

26
Q

What is Guafenisen used for?

A

Muscle relaxant and oral expectorant

27
Q

What is Pentobarbital primarily used for in veterinary medicine?

A

Euthanasia

28
Q

What is the primary use of Phenobarbital?

A

Anti-seizure medication

29
Q

What type of drug is Mirtazapine?

A

Tetracyclic antidepressant and appetite stimulant