vitamin and mineral

Question 1

Which of the following combination of supplements is a possible treatment option for migraines?

Answer 1

Magnesium and riboflavin

Question 2

The results of feverfew use can include which of the following?

Answer 2

Antiplatelet effect

Question 3

The use of intranasal capsaicin is possibly helpful in reducing the frequency of:

Answer 3

Cluster headaches.

Question 4

Under the DSHEA regulations, the labeling of a calcium supplement would likely read as follows:

Answer 4

This product helps in supporting bone health.

Question 5

The proposed mechanism of action of St. John’s wort in the treatment of mood disorders is similar to:

Answer 5

both SSRIs and MAOIs.

Question 6

When considering possible drug-herb interactions, the clinician considers that St. John’s wort is a potential cytochrome P450 (CYP450):

Answer 6

3A4 inducer.

Question 7

When considering possible drug-herb interactions, the clinician considers that black cohosh is a potential cytochrome P450 (CYP450):

Answer 7

2D6 inhibitor.

Question 8

Coenzyme Q10 can potentially be helpful in reducing drug-induced muscle aches in patients taking:

Answer 8

Statins.

Question 9

Butterbur’s mechanism of action in migraine prophylaxis is as a(n):

Answer 9

Antispasmodic.

Question 10

Regarding the use of glucosamine and chondroitin for the treatment of symptomatic osteoarthritis of the knee, the American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS):

Answer 10

Cannot recommend the use of these agents.