Pharmacology and Therapeutics MCQ III

Question 1 of 98

1. Question

For the treatment of ear diseases which of the following is correct?

Impacted wax is effectively softened by chloramphenicol ear drops.
Nystatin powder should not be used for fungal otitis externa.
Steroid-containing antibiotics should be used for otitis externa.
Gentamycin ear drops should not be used in otitis media with perforation of the tympanic membrane.

Question 2 of 98

2. Question

Which of the following statements about rifampicin is incorrect?

It is important not to use rifampicin as a single drug in treating leprosy.
A supervised monthly dose of 600mg in a 60kg adult is satisfactory.
It is bacteriostatic to Mycobacterium leprae.
With respect to overall cost it is one of the cheapest drugs used to treat leprosy.

Question 3 of 98

3. Question

Use of “Coartem” is not contraindicated in which of the following?

Hypokalemia.
A patient on phenytoin
A regular pulse rate of 92 beats per minute.
Patients taking fluconazole.

Question 4 of 98

4. Question

Azithromycin: Which of the statements below is incorrect?

It is an azalide.
It is structurally related to erythromycin.
It inhibits protein synthesis in susceptible bacteria.
Its dose should be adjusted downwards in the elderly.

Question 5 of 98

5. Question

Fluvastatin: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is a naturally-occurring drug.
It is a competitive inhibitor of hydroxy-methyl glutaryl coenzyme A(HMG-CoA) reductase.
It exerts only a minimal effect in the liver.
It is excreted mainly in urine.

Question 6 of 98

6. Question

Latanoprost: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is a topical carbonic anhydrase inhibitor
It reduces intraocular pressure by decreasing the outflow of aqueous humor.
It is metabolized by both esterases and beta-oxidation.
Eye preparation excretion by the kidneys is minimal.

Question 7 of 98

7. Question

Which of the following is effective against Mycobacterium tuberculosis?

Acetylsalicylic acid.
Isonicotinic acid hydrazide.
Tetracycline.
Neomycin.

Question 8 of 98

8. Question

Which of the following drugs has been used in the treatment of malaria?

Quinidine.
Chloroquine.
Pyrimethamine.
Procaine penicillin.

Question 9 of 98

9. Question

With respect to “Coartem” which of the following statements is correct?

Joint and muscle pains are not known undesirable effects.
Artemether and lumefantrine are in the ratio 6 : 1.
Its primary mechanism of action is inhibition of nucleic acid and protein synthesis in the parasite.
Lumefantrine is metabolized in the liver by cyclooxygenase.

Question 10 of 98

10. Question

Azithromycin may not be used to treat infections caused by which of the following?

Neisseria gonorhoeae.
Chlamydia trachomatis.
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus.
Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

Question 11 of 98

11. Question

Which of the following is not a common side effect of fluvastatin?

Dyspepsia.
Paresthesia.
Insomnia.
Headache.

Question 12 of 98

12. Question

Latanoprost ophthalmic solution: Which of the statements below is correct?

Its recommended dose is two drops in the affected eye(s) once daily in the evening/night.
Eyelash changes are known side-effects.
The maximum effect of a single dose is reached in 3–4 hours.
The unopened bottle must be kept refrigerated at 2–8oC.

Question 13 of 98

13. Question

Which of the following statements about Rifampicin is correct?

It is a semi-synthetic aminoglycoside.
It is the drug of choice in the treatment of tuberculous meningitis in children.
It causes red or orange discoloration of urine
The dose in children is 50mg/kg/day.

Question 14 of 98

14. Question

For malaria prophylaxis which of the under-listed drugs has been used?

Pyrimethamine daily.
Dapsone/Pyrimethamine combination.
Sulphamethoxazole/Pyrimethamine combination.
Proguanil monthly.

Question 15 of 98

15. Question

Mefloquine: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is available as 250mg tablets and injections.
It is strongly recommended as sole treatment of malaria.
Use as a prophylactic should start 1 week before entering malaria-endemic area.
It does not cause nightmares.

Question 16 of 98

16. Question

Which of the following organisms is not susceptible to azithromycin?

Treponema pallidum.
Bordetella pertussis.
Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
Corynebacterium diphtheriae.

Question 17 of 98

17. Question

Atorvastatin does not reduce which of the following?

Total cholesterol.
Low density lipoprotein cholesterol
High density lipoprotein cholesterol.
Triglycerides.

Question 18 of 98

18. Question

Which of the following drugs is beneficial in the treatment of severe allergic rhinitis?

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
Fluvastatine.
Azelastine.
Acetaminophen.

Question 19 of 98

19. Question

Which of the following is an oral antidiabetic?

Biguanide.
Beta-blocker.
Ultralente insulin.
Chlorpromazine

Question 20 of 98

20. Question

Isoniazid: Which of the statements below is incorrect?

It is effective for the treatment of tuberculous meningitis.
It should not be used for prophylaxis against tuberculosis.
When given as a daily dose of 10–20mg/kg, it is satisfactory in treating pulmonary tuberculosis in children.
It is known to cause peripheral neuropathy.

Question 21 of 98

21. Question

Which of the following drugs is a 4-aminoquinoline?

Amodiaquine.
Mefloquine.
Quinacrine.
Primaquine.

Question 22 of 98

22. Question

Atovaquone: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is a quinoline
It is combined with pyrimethamine.
It is the drug of choice for malaria prophylaxis.
It is effective for treating Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia (PCP).

Question 23 of 98

23. Question

Azithromycin may not be used to treat which of the following?

Diphyllobothriasis.
Otitis media.
Sinusitis.
Genital infection.

Question 24 of 98

24. Question

Atorvastatin: Which of the statements below is correct?

Its absorption after oral administration is slow.
It is avidly bound to plasma proteins.
It penetrates satisfactorily into red blood cells.
It undergoes entero-hepatic circulation.

Question 25 of 98

25. Question

Which of the following statements is correct?

Brimonidine and brinzolamide are useful in treating immature cataract.
Fluticasone can be used freely in pregnancy as it is a nasal spray.
Hyaluronic acid is useful in the treatment of dry eyes.
Fexofenadine is a histamine H2-receptor antagonist.

Question 26 of 98

26. Question

Sulfonylureas do not include which of the following?

Glimepiride.
Glibenclamide.
Metformin.
Gliclazide.

Question 27 of 98

27. Question

Streptomycin: Which of the statements below is correct?

Its use is contraindicated in neonates.
If given to a six-year-old child with tuberculosis, a dose of 40mg/kg/day is correct.
It should be used for a period of two weeks in the treatment of cough.
It is an effective sole drug in the treatment of pulmonary tuberculosis.

Question 28 of 98

28. Question

Which of the following infections is not among those for radical cure using primaquine?

P. malariae malaria.
P. ovale malaria.
P. vivax malaria.
P. ovale/vivax malaria.

Question 29 of 98

29. Question

Atovaquone: Which of the statements below is correct?

Absorption is improved in fasting conditions.
It may cause elevated serum alkaline phosphatase concentration.
It is combined with proguanil 200mg per tablet.
In a satisfactory prophylaxis preparation, it should be taken weekly.

Question 30 of 98

30. Question

Which of the following statements about azithromycin is incorrect?

It is known to cause a reduction in digoxin when taken concomitantly.
It should be taken one hour before, or two hours after, food.
500mg daily for three days adequately treats most infections caused by sensitive bacteria in adults.
The unchanged drug is expected in bile.

Question 31 of 98

31. Question

Which of the following statements about statins is incorrect?

Erectile dysfunction occurs in patients taking them.
They are anti-inflammatory.
Hepatotoxicity can result from their use.
Their use may be associated with proteinuria.

Question 32 of 98

32. Question

Which of the following is not a recommendation in the package of care for people with advanced HIV disease?

Co-trimoxazole prophylaxis for teens with CD4 count of 350cells/mm3 or less.
Co-trimoxazole prophylaxis for any patient in settings of high malaria prevalence or with severe bacterial infection irrespective of CD4 count
TB pre-emptive treatment of adults or teens with any CD4 count.
Evidence of meningitis before commencing adults on pre-emptive treatment with fluconazole.

Question 33 of 98

33. Question

Metformin: Which of the statements below is correct?

It has a short duration of action, just four hours.
It is excreted in urine unchanged.
It is usually taken four times daily.
It is useful in Type 1 diabetes mellitus.

Question 34 of 98

34. Question

Thiacetazone: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is bactericidal to Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
It is given to adult patients with tuberculosis as a single daily oral dose of 300mg.
It is usually combined with Isoniazid at a dose ratio of 2 : 1.
It causes gastrointestinal upset.

Question 35 of 98

35. Question

Primaquine: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is a causal malarial prophylactic.
It is effective against gametocytes.
It is used at a daily adult dose of 25mg base.
It should not be used for longer than three days.

Question 36 of 98

36. Question

Which of the following statements about injectable Liraglutide is incorrect?

It is a GLP-1 agonist.
It may be taken with or without a meal.
It is a formulation for intradermal administration.
It comes as a pre-filled dosage injectable preparation.

Question 37 of 98

37. Question

Cephalosporins: Which of the statements below is correct?

They are macrolide antibiotics.
They generally penetrate intracellular fluid satisfactorily.
They are excreted primarily by the renal route.
They are the best choice for treating panophthalmitis.

Question 38 of 98

38. Question

Risperidone: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is a typical antipsychotic.
It has a low affinity for serotoninergic and dopaminergic receptors.
It has no affinity for cholinergic receptors.
It is preferably ingested with meals.

Question 39 of 98

39. Question

Glimepiride: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is used for treating patients with Type 1 diabetes mellitus.
It may cause allergy in patients who are allergic to sulfonamides.
It is unacceptably high in a dose of 4mg per day.
It should not be administered concomitantly with metformin.

Question 40 of 98

40. Question

In the treatment of tuberculosis, which of the following is correct?

Combination drug therapy is no longer advocated.
Rifampicin satisfactorily penetrates into the cerebrospinal fluid.
DOTS, adequate patient monitoring, and satisfactory response are related.
Of the meninges, Pyrazinamide use is not advocated as it does not cross the blood-brain barrier.

Question 41 of 98

41. Question

Chloroquine: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is rapidly absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract.
It is still the recommended drug for patients in endemic areas.
It should be given as an intravenous bolus to patients with cerebral malaria.
It should be taken over a period of 14 days in a semi-immune individual.

Question 42 of 98

42. Question

Which of the following is not a feature of hypoglycemia from use of insulin?

Aggressiveness.
Sleep disorder.
Bradycardia
Impaired concentration.

Question 43 of 98

43. Question

Which of the following statements about cephalosporins is incorrect?

First-generation drugs are effective mainly against Gram-negative bacteria.
Second-generation drugs are expected to treat Gram-positive cocci.
Haemophilus influenzae is sensitive to third generation drugs.
Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections respond to fourth generation group.

Question 44 of 98

44. Question

Paroxetine: Which of the statements below is incorrect?

It is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).
It is indicated for depression, with or without anxiety.
It may be used in cases of obsessive-compulsive disorder.
It is contraindicated in panic disorder.

Question 45 of 98

45. Question

Which of the following associations about oral antidiabetic drugs is incorrect?

Meglitinide – Repaglinide.
Thiazolidinedione – Pioglitazone.
Dipeptidyl peptidase IV inhibitor – Acarbose.
α-glucosidase inhibitor – Miglitol.

Question 46 of 98

46. Question

Which of the following drug dosages is inappropriate

Pyrazinamide 70mg/kg twice weekly.
Ethambutol 15–25mg/kg/day.
Isoniazid (adults) 300mg/day.
Rifampicin (adults) 750mg/day.

Question 47 of 98

47. Question

Side effects of chloroquine do not include which of the following?

Hypotension.
Hypernatremia.
Blurring of vision.
Gastrointestinal upset.

Question 48 of 98

48. Question

Which of the following statements about Novolin 70/30 is incorrect?

It contains regular insulin and isophane insulin in a ratio of 30:70.
It is necessary to shake the bottle gently before administration.
The patient should eat shortly before or immediately after injecting it.
It contains long-acting and short-acting insulin.

Question 49 of 98

49. Question

Which of the following statements about doxycycline is incorrect?

It is bacteriostatic.
Absorption of doxycycline in the gastrointestinal tract is slow and erratic.
It possesses anti-inflammatory activity.
Its excretion is mainly via the biliary tract.

Question 50 of 98

50. Question

Which of the following undesirable effects is associated with the use of sertraline?

Anxiety and increase in sweating.
Hypotension.
Excessive salivation.
Somnolence.

Question 51 of 98

51. Question

With respect to oral antidiabetic drug mechanisms of action which of the following is incorrect?

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists – Increased insulin secretion and reduced glucagon secretion.
Sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors – Reversible inhibition of SGLT-2 in the proximal convoluted tubules.
Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors – Reduced intestinal glucose absorption.
Dipeptidyl peptidase IV inhibitors – A direct increase of endogenous incretin effect

Question 52 of 98

52. Question

Which of the following drugs is bacteriostatic?

Streptomycin.
Pyrazinamide.
Ethambutol.
Rifampicin.

Question 53 of 98

53. Question

Which of the following statements about quinine is incorrect?

It has a slow onset of action.
It targets blood-borne asexual stages of all plasmodium species.
It is unusual for a patient on it to develop ringing in the ears.
Response to this drug is satisfactory in most malarial areas.

Question 54 of 98

54. Question

Insulin glarine: Which of the following statements is correct?

It is synonymous with Novolin N.
It is an intermediate-acting insulin.
It should be administered at the same time of every day.
It provides the same rate of action as Insulin aspart.

Question 55 of 98

55. Question

Doxycycline: Which of the statements below is correct

It should not be used to treat upper respiratory tract infection.
It is useful in malaria prophylaxis.
Its absorption is increased by presence of metallic cations.
It should not be taken with food as food decreases its absorption.

Question 56 of 98

56. Question

Atenolol: Which of the statements below is incorrect?

It selectively acts on beta1 adrenergic receptors in the heart.
It has membrane stabilizing effect.
It has negative inotropic effect.
It reduces heart rate.

Question 57 of 98

57. Question

Self-administered insulin therapy in diabetes mellitus is contraindicated in which of the following?

Weight loss.
Patients after major surgery requiring general anesthesia.
Poor glucose control following acute bacterial infection.
Blind patients with untrained or unreliable caregivers.

Question 58 of 98

58. Question

Which of the following associations is incorrect?

Rifampicin and liver function impairment.
Thiacetazone and ototoxicity.
Pyrazinamide and arthralgia.
Streptomycin and diarrhea.

Question 59 of 98

59. Question

Quinine: Which of the statements below is correct?

It eradicates the gametocytes of Plasmodium falciparum.
It is not available as syrup.
It should be given as an intravenous bolus in cerebral malaria.
The daily dose for children is 5–10mg/kg eight-hourly for one week.

Question 60 of 98

60. Question

Which of the following statements about ciprofloxacin is correct?

It may contain 150mg or 500mg per tablet.
It is usually taken in three divided doses per day.
It belongs to the quinolone group of antibiotics.
The usual pediatric dose is 10–20mg/kg/day in two divided doses.

Question 61 of 98

61. Question

Diclofenac: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug.
It has sodium and potassium ion preparations.
It is not indicated in post-traumatic pain.
It is useful for treating migraine.

Question 62 of 98

62. Question

Which of the following statements about atenolol is correct?

It may be safely given in large doses in bronchial asthma.
It may mask symptoms and signs of hypoglycemia in diabetes mellitus.
Its use is indicated in uncontrolled heart failure.
Thrice daily regimen is usually required.

Question 63 of 98

63. Question

Cyclophosphamide: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is effective for the treatment of Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
It is usually given as a single intravenous dose of 75mg/kg in children with Burkitt’s lymphoma.
Therapy with it requires restriction in fluid intake by the patient to prevent fluid overload.
It is a known cause of hyperuricemia.

Question 64 of 98

64. Question

Gastrointestinal symptoms are unlikely following use of which of the under-listed drugs?

Isoniazid.
Thiacetazone.
Pyrazinamide.
Ethambutol.

Question 65 of 98

65. Question

Quinine: Which of the statements below is incorrect?

Intoxication from it is cinchonism.
It should be used to treat severe malaria in Nigeria.
It may cause severe hypertension when taken intravenously.
It is useful in treating chloroquine-resistant malaria.

Question 66 of 98

66. Question

With respect to ciprofloxacin which of the following statements is incorrect?

Gonorrhea may be treated with a single dose
Urinary tract and abdominal cavity infections should be treated for up to seven days.
Its absorption is enhanced if taken on an empty stomach.
It is not advisable to administer it for up to six weeks in osteomyelitis.

Question 67 of 98

67. Question

Diclofenac potassium: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is safe in peptic ulcer disease.
It should not be given to children as drops and suppositories as it is unsafe.
It is not recommended in primary dysmenorrhea.
It may mask the clinical features of an infection.

Question 68 of 98

68. Question

Which of the following statements about calcium channel blockers (CCBs) is incorrect?

They are a homogeneous group of drugs.
Nifedipine and amlodipine belong to this group of drugs.
They are useful in treating many cardiovascular conditions.
They may be used to treat migraine headaches.

Question 69 of 98

69. Question

For the treatment of eye infections, which of the following is correct?

Antibiotic/steroid combinations are ideal for conjunctivitis.
Steroids are useful in uveitis.
Trachoma is improved if steroids are used for long periods.
Pilocarpine eye drops make recovery faster.

Question 70 of 98

70. Question

Antileprotics do not include which of the following?

Clofazimine.
Rifampicin.
Diamino-diphenyl sulfone.
Streptomycin.

Question 71 of 98

71. Question

Halofantrine: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is an 8-aminoquinoline antimalarial drug.
The tablet contains 100mg halofantrine hydrochloride
The dose for treating adults is 250mg 6 hourly for 4 doses.
It is schizonticidal.

Question 72 of 98

72. Question

Which of the following effects is not associated with the use of ciprofloxacin?

Severe, persistent diarrhea.
Tendinitis and Achilles tendon rupture.
Photosensitivity commonly.
Psychiatric response like depression.

Question 73 of 98

73. Question

Diclofenac potassium should be used with caution in which of the following?

Dental extraction.
Sports injury
Concomitant diuretic therapy.
Muscular pain after a long road journey.

Question 74 of 98

74. Question

Lisinopril: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is a calcium channel antagonist
It inhibits the formation of angiotensin I.
It undergoes sulphation and glucuronidation in the liver.
Its use may lead to raised serum levels of potassium.

Question 75 of 98

75. Question

Which of the following is a mydriatic?

Timolol.
Pilocarpine.
Homatropine.
Brinzolamide.

Question 76 of 98

76. Question

Dapsone: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is synonymous with clofazimine.
It should not be combined with rifampicin in the treatment of leprosy.
It may be used alone for the treatment of leprosy
It has a bactericidal effect on Mycobacterium leprae.

Question 77 of 98

77. Question

Halofantrine: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is the drug of choice in the treatment of cerebral malaria.
Effectively treats P. vivax malaria as it eliminates the liver stage.
It is poorly absorbed when there is concomitant ingestion of fatty foods.
It is preferably taken in an empty stomach.

Question 78 of 98

78. Question

Amoxicillin: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is recommended for the treatment of infection by penicillinase- producing Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
It acts through inhibition of bacterial cell wall mucopeptide biosynthesis.
It does not satisfactorily treat Haemophilus influenzae infection.
It satisfactorily treats Pseudomonas infections.

Question 79 of 98

79. Question

Diclofenac potassium: Which of the statements below is correct?

It increases the activity of diuretics.
It reduces the risk of myocardial infarction in patients who are on it.
It causes premature closure of fetal ductus arteriosus in the last trimester of pregnancy.
It reduces the risk of stroke.

Question 80 of 98

80. Question

Valsartan: Which of the statements below is correct

Starting dose of 80mg twice daily is recommended.
Dose should not be adjusted for patients with renal impairment.
It should be continued if pregnancy occurs during treatment.
It provides better blood pressure control when a diuretic is combined with it.

Question 81 of 98

81. Question

Mydriatics are useful in which of the following conditions?

Glaucoma for treatment.
Refraction to paralyze accommodation.
To constrict the pupils during funduscopy
Conjunctivitis.

Question 82 of 98

82. Question

Which of the following statements about dapsone is correct?

It may be administered orally or intravenously.
It may be given at a dose of 1–2mg/kg/day.
It may be given to patients with G6PD deficiency.
It should not be used in multibacillary leprosy.

Question 83 of 98

83. Question

Which of the following is an incorrect statement about Halofantrine?

Dizziness is a known side effect.
It is the drug of choice in patients with heart disease.
Gastrointestinal and skin symptoms may follow its use.
It is related structurally to both quinine and lumefantrine.

Question 84 of 98

84. Question

Which of the following statements about amoxicillin is incorrect?

It should not be given to penicillin-hypersensitive patients.
There may be cross-sensitivity to other beta-lactam antibiotics.
When used with anticoagulants, it commonly raises INR values.
It is considered safe for use during pregnancy and lactation.

Question 85 of 98

85. Question

Diclofenac is not known to cause which of the following

Reduction of fever.
Reduction of serum aminotransferase values.
Inhibition of prostaglandin biosynthesis.
Inhibition of the enzymes cyclooxygenase COX-1 and COX-2.

Question 86 of 98

86. Question

Which of the following statements regarding valsartan is incorrect?

It is excreted mainly by the renal route.
When used with NSAIDs its blood pressure lowering effect may be less.
A patient on four weeks of treatment should show optimal antihypertensive effect.
It has a good safety profile.

Question 87 of 98

87. Question

Atropine: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is a miotic.
It causes loss of accommodation.
It should be used in a nine-month-old infant.
It has the same actions as phenylephrine.

Question 88 of 98

88. Question

Clofazimine: Which of the statements below is incorrect regarding use by adults?

It is ineffective in the treatment of multibacillary leprosy.
It may cause gastrointestinal symptoms.
It should be combined with rifampicin and “Dapsone” when treating multibacillary leprosy.
It is dangerous if given at a dose of 300mg/month as part of treatment of leprosy.

Question 89 of 98

89. Question

“Coartem”: Which of the statements below is correct?

It contains artemether and amodiaquine.
It meets WHO requirement for treating uncomplicated malaria.
It should be administered as a course lasting five days.
Adult dose consists of 10-tablet preparation.

Question 90 of 98

90. Question

Amoxicillin: Which of the statements below is incorrect?

It can be taken with or without food because it is stable in gastric acid.
It does not readily cross uninflamed meninges.
The portion excreted in urine is only10% of the drug ingested.
It may be combined with metronidazole and proton-pump inhibitors to eradicate Helicobacter pylori

Question 91 of 98

91. Question

Naproxen is not which of the following?

Analgesic.
Anti-inflammatory.
Antipyretic.
Safe in patients with renal insufficiency.

Question 92 of 98

92. Question

Dorzolamide hydrochloride: Which of the statements below is correct?

It is a prostaglandin F2-alpha analog.
Ophthalmic solution contains 50mg dorzolamide per milliliter.
It is not a sulfonamide.
Though administered topically in glaucoma, it is absorbed systemically.

Question 93 of 98

93. Question

Which of the following associations is correct?

Physostigmine and reversal of paralysis of accommodation.
Timolol and treatment of immature cataract.
Sodium cromoglycate and treatment of trachoma.
Pilocarpine and the treatment of open-angle glaucoma.

Question 94 of 98

94. Question

Clofazimine: Which of the statements below is correct?

It may be given as 200mg/day in adults.
It may be given as a daily dose of 150mg for two years.
It should not be given to patients who are resistant to diaminodiphenyl sulfone.
It has anti-inflammatory properties.

Question 95 of 98

95. Question

Which of the following statements about “Coartem” is incorrect?

Artemether is a derivative of artemisinin.
Lumefantrine is synthetic while artemether is from a naturally-occurring agent.
It is effective against chloroquine-resistant P. falciparum.
An empty stomach improves its absorption.

Question 96 of 98

96. Question

Undesirable effects of amoxicillin do not include which of the following?

Erythema multiforme.
Nausea and vomiting.
Thrombocytopenia which is reversible.
A depression in liver enzyme levels in circulation.

Question 97 of 98

97. Question

Which of the following tests is not indicated in long-term use of NSAIDs?

Full blood count.
Serum electrolytes.
Liver function tests.
Thyroid function tests.

Question 98 of 98

98. Question

With respect to dorzolamide hydrochloride ophthalmic solution which of the following statements is correct?

It is safe to apply it while wearing contact lenses.
It is safe to use it concurrently with oral carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.
Ocular discomfort, stinging, or burning sensation may follow its use.
The usual dose is one drop in the affected eye(s) once daily.