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Veterinary Pharmacology Medications Flashcards

1
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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?

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Due to side effects, especially cardiac

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What is Furosemide (Lasix) primarily used for?

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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?

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-pril

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What conditions are Enalapril and Benazapril used to treat?

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Heart failure and hypertension

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What is Pimobendan (Vetmedin) used for?

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Treating congestive heart failure

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What type of diuretic is Spironolactone?

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Potassium sparing diuretic

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What is the primary action of Amlodipine?

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Decreases blood pressure

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What is the function of Atropine in veterinary medicine?

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Increases heart rate and treats bradycardia

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What is Selamectin (Revolution) used for?

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Topical parasite prevention

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What does Pyrantel primarily target?

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Ascarids

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

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Emodepside and Praziquantel (Profender)

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What combination of drugs is Drontal plus?

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Praziquantel, Pyrantel, and Febantel

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14
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What is Ivermectin used for?

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Heartworm prevention and treatment for hooks and rounds

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15
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Which breeds are contraindicated for Ivermectin?

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Collie type breeds

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16
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What is Famotidine (Pepcid AC) classified as?

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H2 receptor blocker

17
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What is Carafate (Sucralfate) known for?

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Gastroprotectant

18
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What is the primary use of Metoclopramide (Reglan)?

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Upper GI pro-kinetic agent and anti-emetic

19
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What type of drug is Methocarbamol (Robaxin)?

A

Muscle relaxant

20
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What are Fluconazole, Ketoconazole, and Itraconazole used for?

A

Anti-fungals

21
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What condition is Trilostane (Vetoryl) used to treat?

A

Hyperadrenocorticism

22
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What does Levothyroxine treat?

A

Hypothyroidism

23
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What is the action of Methimazole (Tapazole)?

A

Inhibits synthesis of thyroid hormone

24
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What is Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) used for?

A

Allergies and allergic reactions

25
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What is Epinephrine primarily used for?

A

Anaphylaxis and cardiac resuscitation

26
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What is Guafenisen used for?

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Muscle relaxant and oral expectorant

27
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What is Pentobarbital primarily used for in veterinary medicine?

A

Euthanasia

28
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What is the primary use of Phenobarbital?

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Anti-seizure medication

29
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What type of drug is Mirtazapine?

A

Tetracyclic antidepressant and appetite stimulant

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