MACE Pharmacology Principles & Drug Classifications 3

Question 1

A medication with a 'narrow therapeutic index' means:

Accepted Answer

There is only a small difference between the therapeutic dose and a toxic dose

Answer

Drugs with a narrow therapeutic index, like warfarin and digoxin, require careful dose management because toxicity can occur near therapeutic levels.

Question 2

Which class of drugs is commonly prescribed to reduce stomach acid production?

Accepted Answer

Proton pump inhibitors

Answer

Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) such as omeprazole block the gastric acid pump, significantly reducing stomach acid.

Question 3

When a drug is described as 'teratogenic,' it means:

Accepted Answer

It can cause birth defects if taken during pregnancy

Answer

Teratogenic drugs can cause fetal abnormalities and are contraindicated or used with extreme caution during pregnancy.

Question 4

Anticoagulants like warfarin are used to:

Accepted Answer

Prevent new blood clots from forming

Answer

Anticoagulants do not dissolve clots but prevent the formation of new clots by interfering with clotting factors.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a Schedule II controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Oxycodone

Answer

Oxycodone is a Schedule II opioid with high abuse potential and no refills allowed without a new written prescription.

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