Free APMLE Pharmacology Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following antibiotics is most effective for treating Gram-positive bacterial infections?

Accepted Answer

Vancomycin

Answer

Ciprofloxacin

Answer

Clindamycin

Answer

Metronidazole

Question 2

What is the primary mechanism of action of NSAIDs?

Accepted Answer

Inhibition of cyclooxygenase enzymes (COX)

Answer

Blockade of histamine receptors

Answer

Activation of opioid receptors

Answer

Suppression of leukotriene synthesis

Question 3

Which drug class is commonly used for diabetic peripheral neuropathy in podiatry?

Accepted Answer

Anticonvulsants

Answer

Beta-blockers

Answer

Proton pump inhibitors

Answer

Statins

Question 4

What is the antidote for heparin overdose?

Accepted Answer

Protamine sulfate

Answer

Vitamin K

Answer

Activated charcoal

Answer

Naloxone

Question 5

Which drug is a first-line treatment for acute gout attacks?

Accepted Answer

Colchicine

Answer

Allopurinol

Answer

Probenecid

Answer

Febuxostat