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What is the main mechanism of action of H2 receptor antagonists? Block histamine on parietal cells
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Which medication is a D2 receptor antagonist? Domperidone
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What is the main side effect of corticosteroids like Prednisolone in IBD treatment? Fluid retention
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What is the mechanism of action of Dexamethasone? Inhibit prostaglandin synthesis
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What is the main action of 5HT-3 antagonists like Dolasetron? Inhibit serotonin action in the CTZ
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What does "down-scheduling" refer to? Reducing the classification level of a drug
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Which drug is commonly used for ascites management? Spironolactone
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What is the purpose of drug scheduling? To classify medicines for regulatory control
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Which class of drugs does Ondansetron belong to? 5HT-3 antagonists
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What is a potential side effect of stimulant laxatives? Abdominal cramps
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What is the action of bulk-forming laxatives like psyllium? Absorb water and stimulate peristalsis
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Which diuretic is known to cause hyperkalemia? Amiloride
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What class does loperamide belong to? Antidiarrhoeals
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What is the primary action of 5-ASA drugs? Anti-inflammatory effects
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What type of drug is Hyoscine Hydrobromide? Antimuscarinic
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Which drug is an NK1 antagonist? Aprepitant
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Which laxative works by irritating the intestinal mucosa? Bisacodyl
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What is the primary role of antimuscarinics in nausea treatment? Block acetylcholine
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What is the primary role of antihistamines in treating nausea? Block H1 receptors in the VC
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Which pregnancy category indicates that a drug has been taken by a large number of pregnant women without an increase in malformations? Category A
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Which pregnancy category should never be used during pregnancy? Category X
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What is the effect of potassium-sparing diuretics? Cause sodium loss without potassium loss
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What is a common systemic condition caused by corticosteroids used in IBD treatment? Cushing's syndrome
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What effect does metformin primarily have on the liver? Decrease glucose production
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What is a common adverse effect of antacids containing magnesium? Diarrhea
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Which class of diabetes medications can cause pancreatitis? DPP-4 inhibitors
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What side effect is associated with corticosteroids like Dexamethasone? Fluid retention
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Which insulin type is considered "long-acting"? Glargine
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Which class of drugs includes Semaglutide? GLP-1 agonists
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What kind of drug is Famotidine? H2 receptor antagonist
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What is a side effect of Thiazide diuretics? Hypokalemia
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What is the primary action of Metoclopramide? Increase gastrointestinal motility
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What is the primary action of Metformin? Increase glucose uptake and decrease hepatic production
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What is the mechanism of action of sulfonylureas? Increase insulin release from beta cells
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Which drug is a TNF-a antagonist? Infliximab
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What is the primary function of glucocorticoids in IBD treatment? Inhibit inflammatory mediators
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What is the mechanism of action of Furosemide? Inhibit Na+/K+/2A-� symporter
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What is the primary action of SGLT2 inhibitors? Inhibit renal glucose reabsorption
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What is the mechanism of action for Disulfiram? Inhibits aldehyde dehydrogenase
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Which drug is an example of a bulk-forming laxative? Ispaghula
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What limitation is associated with the alphabetical hierarchy of pregnancy categories? It ignores clinical context
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What should Naltrexone not be used in combination with? Liver impairment
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Which medication can cause myelosuppression, hepatotoxicity and pulmonary toxicity, and is used in IBD? Methotrexate
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Which type of insulin is classified as short-acting? Neutral
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What does Category B1 imply about a drug? No evidence of foetal damage in animal studies
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Which of the following is a PPI? Omeprazole
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When prescribing medication during pregnancy, which practice point is crucial? Only prescribe if benefits outweigh risks
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What adverse effect is associated with SGLT2 inhibitors? Polyuria
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What is the main concern with drugs in Category D? Potential for foetal damage
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Triple therapy for H. pylori treatment typically includes which components? PPI + 2x Amoxicillin, Clarithromycin, or Metronidazole
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Which medication is typically used for the PREVENTION of varices? Propranolol
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Which laxative should be avoided in patients with intestinal obstruction? Psyllium
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Which of the following is true about "Prescription Only Medicine"? Requires a prescription for supply
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Which of the following categories is NOT a pregnancy category? S
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What defines a "Pharmacy Medicine"? Safe to use but may need pharmacist advice
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Which laxative should not be used in children? Saline laxatives
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Which drug is often prescribed to manage ascites? Spironolactone
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Which medication is used for variceal TREATMENT? Terlipressin with Octreotide
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What is a significant limitation of animal studies in assessing drug safety for humans? They are often inconclusive
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What is a potential adverse effect of using Azathioprine? Thrombocytopenia
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