FREE APMLE Pharmacology Questions and Answers
Which of the following antibiotics is most effective for treating Gram-positive bacterial infections?
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Vancomycin is particularly effective against Gram-positive bacteria, including MRSA and other resistant strains.
What is the primary mechanism of action of NSAIDs?
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NSAIDs reduce inflammation, pain, and fever by inhibiting COX enzymes, which are critical for prostaglandin synthesis.
Which drug class is commonly used for diabetic peripheral neuropathy in podiatry?
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Drugs like gabapentin and pregabalin, which are anticonvulsants, are used to treat neuropathic pain, including diabetic peripheral neuropathy.
What is the antidote for heparin overdose?
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Protamine sulfate binds to heparin and neutralizes its anticoagulant effect.
Which drug is a first-line treatment for acute gout attacks?
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Colchicine is effective in reducing inflammation during acute gout attacks by inhibiting microtubule polymerization in neutrophils.