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  1. Which medication is a non-opioid analgesic and antipyretic with no anti-inflammatory properties?

    Answer: Acetaminophen

    Acetaminophen reduces pain and fever but does not have significant anti-inflammatory effects like NSAIDs.

  2. A patient asks about their 'blood thinner' that requires regular INR monitoring. Which drug does this describe?

    Answer: Warfarin

    Warfarin requires routine INR monitoring to maintain a therapeutic range and prevent bleeding or clotting complications.

  3. Which drug class do medications ending in '-sartan' belong to?

    Answer: Angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs)

    Medications ending in '-sartan' (e.g., losartan, valsartan) are ARBs that block the angiotensin II receptor to lower blood pressure.

  4. Oxycodone is classified under which DEA schedule?

    Answer: Schedule II

    Oxycodone is a Schedule II controlled substance due to its high potential for abuse and physical dependence.

  5. Which antihistamine is considered non-sedating and is commonly used for allergic rhinitis?

    Answer: Loratadine

    Loratadine is a second-generation antihistamine that does not cross the blood-brain barrier significantly, causing minimal sedation.

  6. Which medication is a calcium channel blocker (CCB) used for hypertension and angina?

    Answer: Amlodipine

    Amlodipine is a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker that relaxes vascular smooth muscle to lower blood pressure.

  7. A prescription reads 'Prednisone 20 mg PO daily.' What drug class is Prednisone?

    Answer: Corticosteroid

    Prednisone is a synthetic corticosteroid used for its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties.