| Question | Answer | % Correct |
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| What is the main mechanism of action of H2 receptor antagonists? | Block histamine on parietal cells | 100%
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| Which medication is a D2 receptor antagonist? | Domperidone | 100%
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| What is the main side effect of corticosteroids like Prednisolone in IBD treatment? | Fluid retention | 100%
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| What is the mechanism of action of Dexamethasone? | Inhibit prostaglandin synthesis | 100%
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| What is the main action of 5HT-3 antagonists like Dolasetron? | Inhibit serotonin action in the CTZ | 100%
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| What does "down-scheduling" refer to? | Reducing the classification level of a drug | 100%
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| Which drug is commonly used for ascites management? | Spironolactone | 100%
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| What is the purpose of drug scheduling? | To classify medicines for regulatory control | 100%
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| Which class of drugs does Ondansetron belong to? | 5HT-3 antagonists | 0%
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| What is a potential side effect of stimulant laxatives? | Abdominal cramps | 0%
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| What is the action of bulk-forming laxatives like psyllium? | Absorb water and stimulate peristalsis | 0%
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| Which diuretic is known to cause hyperkalemia? | Amiloride | 0%
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| What class does loperamide belong to? | Antidiarrhoeals | 0%
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| What is the primary action of 5-ASA drugs? | Anti-inflammatory effects | 0%
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| What type of drug is Hyoscine Hydrobromide? | Antimuscarinic | 0%
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| Which drug is an NK1 antagonist? | Aprepitant | 0%
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| Which laxative works by irritating the intestinal mucosa? | Bisacodyl | 0%
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| What is the primary role of antimuscarinics in nausea treatment? | Block acetylcholine | 0%
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| What is the primary role of antihistamines in treating nausea? | Block H1 receptors in the VC | 0%
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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 | 0%
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| Which pregnancy category should never be used during pregnancy? | Category X | 0%
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| What is the effect of potassium-sparing diuretics? | Cause sodium loss without potassium loss | 0%
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| What is a common systemic condition caused by corticosteroids used in IBD treatment? | Cushing's syndrome | 0%
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| What effect does metformin primarily have on the liver? | Decrease glucose production | 0%
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| What is a common adverse effect of antacids containing magnesium? | Diarrhea | 0%
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| Which class of diabetes medications can cause pancreatitis? | DPP-4 inhibitors | 0%
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| What side effect is associated with corticosteroids like Dexamethasone? | Fluid retention | 0%
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| Which insulin type is considered "long-acting"? | Glargine | 0%
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| Which class of drugs includes Semaglutide? | GLP-1 agonists | 0%
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| What kind of drug is Famotidine? | H2 receptor antagonist | 0%
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| What is a side effect of Thiazide diuretics? | Hypokalemia | 0%
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| What is the primary action of Metoclopramide? | Increase gastrointestinal motility | 0%
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| What is the primary action of Metformin? | Increase glucose uptake and decrease hepatic production | 0%
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| What is the mechanism of action of sulfonylureas? | Increase insulin release from beta cells | 0%
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| Which drug is a TNF-a antagonist? | Infliximab | 0%
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| What is the primary function of glucocorticoids in IBD treatment? | Inhibit inflammatory mediators | 0%
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| What is the mechanism of action of Furosemide? | Inhibit Na+/K+/2A-� symporter | 0%
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| What is the primary action of SGLT2 inhibitors? | Inhibit renal glucose reabsorption | 0%
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| What is the mechanism of action for Disulfiram? | Inhibits aldehyde dehydrogenase | 0%
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| Which drug is an example of a bulk-forming laxative? | Ispaghula | 0%
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| What limitation is associated with the alphabetical hierarchy of pregnancy categories? | It ignores clinical context | 0%
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| What should Naltrexone not be used in combination with? | Liver impairment | 0%
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| Which medication can cause myelosuppression, hepatotoxicity and pulmonary toxicity, and is used in IBD? | Methotrexate | 0%
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| Which type of insulin is classified as short-acting? | Neutral | 0%
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| What does Category B1 imply about a drug? | No evidence of foetal damage in animal studies | 0%
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| Which of the following is a PPI? | Omeprazole | 0%
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| When prescribing medication during pregnancy, which practice point is crucial? | Only prescribe if benefits outweigh risks | 0%
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| What adverse effect is associated with SGLT2 inhibitors? | Polyuria | 0%
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| What is the main concern with drugs in Category D? | Potential for foetal damage | 0%
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| Triple therapy for H. pylori treatment typically includes which components? | PPI + 2x Amoxicillin, Clarithromycin, or Metronidazole | 0%
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| Which medication is typically used for the PREVENTION of varices? | Propranolol | 0%
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| Which laxative should be avoided in patients with intestinal obstruction? | Psyllium | 0%
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| Which of the following is true about "Prescription Only Medicine"? | Requires a prescription for supply | 0%
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| Which of the following categories is NOT a pregnancy category? | S | 0%
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| What defines a "Pharmacy Medicine"? | Safe to use but may need pharmacist advice | 0%
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| Which laxative should not be used in children? | Saline laxatives | 0%
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| Which drug is often prescribed to manage ascites? | Spironolactone | 0%
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| Which medication is used for variceal TREATMENT? | Terlipressin with Octreotide | 0%
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| What is a significant limitation of animal studies in assessing drug safety for humans? | They are often inconclusive | 0%
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| What is a potential adverse effect of using Azathioprine? | Thrombocytopenia | 0%
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