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What is the brand name for acetaminophen?

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Tylenol

Acetaminophen is an OTC medication used as a mild to moderate pain reliever and fever reducer.

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What is the schedule classification of acetaminophen with codeine?

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III

It is a combination mild-moderate pain reliever.

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What is the common use of Lorcet?

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Combination moderate-severe pain reliever

Lorcet contains acetaminophen and hydrocodone.

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What is the classification of Endocet?

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Combination nonsalicylate / narcotic analgesic

Endocet is used for moderate-severe pain relief.

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Which medication is indicated for herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections?

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Zovirax

Zovirax is the brand name for acyclovir, an antiviral medication.

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What condition does Humira treat?

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Moderate-severe rheumatoid arthritis (RA), psoriatic arthritis, moderate-severe Crohn’s disease, moderate-severe ulcerative colitis (UC), moderate to severe plaque psoriasis

Humira is a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD) and TNF inhibitor.

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What is ProAir HFA used for?

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Bronchodilator, asthma

ProAir HFA contains albuterol, an inhaled short-acting beta-2 agonist.

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What classification does Zyloprim fall under?

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Xanthine oxidase inhibitor

Zyloprim is used for antigout treatment.

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True or False: Xanax is a benzodiazepine used for anxiety and panic disorder.

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True

Xanax is classified as a Schedule IV medication.

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What type of medication is Elavil?

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Tricyclic antidepressant (TCA)

Elavil is used as an antidepressant.

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What is the common use for Amoxil?

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Antibiotic

Amoxil is the brand name for amoxicillin.

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Fill in the blank: Eliquis is a _______ anticoagulant.

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Factor Xa inhibitor

Eliquis is used to inhibit thromboembolism and stroke.

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What is the classification of Lipitor?

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HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin)

Lipitor is used as an antihyperlipidemic.

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What is the schedule classification of Soma?

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IV

Soma is used for acute musculoskeletal pain.

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What condition does Voltaren treat?

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Osteoarthritis (OA), rheumatoid arthritis (RA)

Voltaren is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

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What is the purpose of Flexeril?

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Muscle spasm

Flexeril is classified as a muscle relaxant.

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True or False: Plavix is used for thrombotic event prevention.

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True

Plavix is an antiplatelet medication.

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What is the active ingredient in Lovenox?

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Enoxaparin

Lovenox is used for deep vein thrombosis (DVT) prophylaxis.

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What condition is treated with Wellbutrin?

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Major depressive disorder, seasonal affective disorder (SAD)

Wellbutrin is a norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitor (NDRI).

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What is the classification of Cipro?

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Fluoroquinolone

Cipro is an antibiotic.

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What is the brand name for fluoxetine?

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Prozac

Prozac is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used for major depressive disorder.

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What is the common use for Metformin?

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Diabetes

Metformin is a biguanide.

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What type of medication is Advair?

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Inhaled corticosteroid / inhaled long-acting beta-2 agonist (LABA)

Advair is used for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

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Fill in the blank: Nexium is a _______ inhibitor.

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Proton pump

Nexium is used for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

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What is the classification of Abilify?
Atypical antipsychotic ## Footnote Abilify is used for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
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What condition does Atorvastatin treat?
Hyperlipidemia ## Footnote Atorvastatin is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin).
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What is the common use of Ativan?
Anxiety ## Footnote Ativan is a benzodiazepine.
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What is insulin detemir used for?
Diabetes ## Footnote It is classified as long-acting insulin.
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Name a long-acting insulin.
Insulin glargine ## Footnote Examples include Basaglar, Lantus, and Toujeo.
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What is the classification of Admelog?
Rapid-acting insulin ## Footnote It is a form of insulin lispro.
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What is the primary use of Combivent?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), moderate-severe asthma ## Footnote It combines ipratropium and albuterol.
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What type of drug is Avapro?
Angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) ## Footnote It is used for hypertension (HTN).
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What condition does Imdur treat?
Angina prophylaxis ## Footnote It is a vasodilator.
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What is the mechanism of action for Nizoral?
Antifungal ## Footnote It is used for candida/tinea infection and seborrheic dermatitis.
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What is the classification of Lamictal?
Anticonvulsant ## Footnote It is used for seizures and bipolar disorder.
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What type of medication is Prevacid?
Proton pump inhibitor (PPI) ## Footnote It treats gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and ulcers.
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True or False: Keppra is used to treat bipolar disorder.
False ## Footnote Keppra is used for seizures.
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What is the common use for Levaquin?
Pneumonia, chronic prostatitis, urinary tract infection (UTI) ## Footnote It is a fluoroquinolone.
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Fill in the blank: Levothyroxine is used for _______.
Hypothyroidism ## Footnote It is a thyroid hormone replacement.
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What type of drug is Victoza?
GLP-1 receptor agonist ## Footnote It is used for diabetes.
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What is the classification of Vyvanse?
Norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitor (NDRI) ## Footnote It is used for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
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What condition does Prinivil treat?
Hypertension (HTN) ## Footnote It is an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor (ACEI).
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What is the mechanism of action for Alavert?
2nd generation antihistamine ## Footnote It is used for allergies.
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What type of drug is Ativan?
Benzodiazepine ## Footnote It is used for anxiety and status epilepticus.
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What is Cozaar used to treat?
Hypertension (HTN) ## Footnote It is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB).
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What is the classification of Mobic?
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) ## Footnote It is used for osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
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What condition does Namenda treat?
Alzheimer’s disease ## Footnote It is an N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonist.
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What is the primary use of Glucophage?
Diabetes ## Footnote It is a biguanide.
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What is the classification of Methadone?
Opioid agonist ## Footnote It is used for opioid dependence.
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What is the use of Robaxin?
Muscle spasm ## Footnote It is a muscle relaxant.
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What type of drug is Otrexup?
Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD) ## Footnote It is used for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and severe psoriasis.
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What condition does Concerta treat?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), narcolepsy ## Footnote It is a norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitor (NDRI).
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What is the classification of Medrol?
Oral corticosteroid ## Footnote It is used for inflammatory conditions.
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What is the mechanism of action for Reglan?
Dopamine antagonist ## Footnote It is used for GERD and nausea/vomiting prevention.
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What condition does Lopressor treat?
Hypertension (HTN), angina ## Footnote It is a beta blocker (BB).
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What is the classification of Flagyl?
Antibacterial, antiparasitic ## Footnote It is used for bacterial/amebic infections and trichomoniasis.
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What type of medication is Remeron?
Tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) ## Footnote It is used for major depressive disorder.
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What is the use of Singulair?
Asthma, allergic rhinitis ## Footnote It is a leukotriene inhibitor.
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What class of drug is Avelox?
Fluoroquinolone ## Footnote It is used for pneumonia and chronic bronchitis.
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What is the primary use of Bactroban?
Impetigo, bacterial skin infections ## Footnote It is an antibacterial.
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What condition does Relafen treat?
Osteoarthritis (OA), rheumatoid arthritis (RA) ## Footnote It is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
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What is the classification of Naprosyn?
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) ## Footnote It treats OA, RA, acute gout, and dysmenorrhea.
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What is Bystolic used for?
Hypertension (HTN) ## Footnote It is a beta blocker (BB).
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What is the mechanism of action for Niacor?
Vitamin supplement ## Footnote It is used for hyperlipidemia and coronary artery disease (CAD).
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What is the primary use of Adalat CC?
Angina, hypertension (HTN) ## Footnote It is a calcium channel blocker (CCB).
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What is the classification of Macrobid?
Urinary antiseptic ## Footnote It is used for urinary tract infection (UTI).
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What is the mechanism of action for Nitroglycerin?
Nitrate ## Footnote It is used for angina.
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What is the classification of Pamelor?
Tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) ## Footnote It is used for depression.
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What is Zyprexa used to treat?
Schizophrenia, bipolar disorder ## Footnote It is an atypical antipsychotic.
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What is the primary use of Benicar?
Hypertension (HTN) ## Footnote It is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB).
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What type of medication is Pataday?
Ophthalmic antihistamine ## Footnote It is used for allergic conjunctivitis.
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What is Prilosec used for?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), ulcers, H. pylori infection ## Footnote It is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI).
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What is the classification of Zofran?
5-HT3 receptor antagonist ## Footnote It is used for nausea and vomiting (N/V) prevention.
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What is the primary use of Tamiflu?
Influenza ## Footnote It is an antiviral.
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What is the classification of Ditropan?
Anticholinergic ## Footnote It is used for overactive bladder.
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What condition does Oxycodone treat?
Moderate-severe pain ## Footnote It is an opioid analgesic.
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What is the classification of Protonix?
Proton pump inhibitor (PPI) ## Footnote It is used for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
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What is Paxil used to treat?
Major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, anxiety ## Footnote It is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).
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What is the primary use of Pen VK?
Bacterial infections ## Footnote It is a penicillin antibacterial.
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Fill in the blank: Azo is used for _______.
Dysuria ## Footnote It is a urinary analgesic.
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What is the classification of Adipex-P?
CNS stimulant ## Footnote It is used for short term obesity treatment.
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What condition does Dilantin treat?
Seizures ## Footnote It modulates sodium/calcium channels.
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What is Actos used for?
Diabetes ## Footnote It is a thiazolidinedione.
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What type of drug is K-Dur?
Electrolyte replacement ## Footnote It is used for hypokalemia.
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What is the classification of Mirapex?
Dopamine agonist ## Footnote It is used for Parkinson's disease and restless legs syndrome (RLS).
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What is the primary use of Pravachol?
Hyperlipidemia ## Footnote It is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin).
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What is the classification of Pediapred?
Oral corticosteroid ## Footnote It is used for inflammatory conditions and adrenal insufficiency.
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What is the primary use of Rayos?
Inflammatory conditions, adrenal insufficiency ## Footnote It is a corticosteroid.
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What is Lyrica used for?
Neuropathic pain ## Footnote It inhibits neurotransmitter release.
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What is the classification of Phenergan DM?
Antihistamine / antitussive ## Footnote It is used for cough.
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What is the primary use of Inderal?
Hypertension (HTN), angina, arrhythmia, migraine prophylaxis ## Footnote It is a beta blocker (BB).
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What is Seroquel used to treat?
Schizophrenia, bipolar disorder ## Footnote It is an atypical antipsychotic (2nd generation).
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What is Aciphex used for?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), H. pylori infection ## Footnote It is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI).
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What type of drug is Evista?
Selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM) ## Footnote It is used for osteoporosis and breast cancer prevention.
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What is the primary use of Altace?
Hypertension (HTN), heart failure ## Footnote It is an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor (ACEI).
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What condition does Actonel treat?
Osteoporosis ## Footnote It is a bisphosphonate.
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What is the classification of Atelvia?
Bisphosphonate ## Footnote It is used for osteoporosis.
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What is the primary use of Perseris?
Schizophrenia, bipolar disorder ## Footnote It is an atypical antipsychotic (2nd generation).
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What is the classification of Risperdal?
Atypical antipsychotic (2nd generation) ## Footnote It is used for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
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What is the primary use of Xarelto?
Thromboembolism / stroke / pulmonary embolism (PE) / deep vein thrombosis (DVT) inhibition ## Footnote It is an anticoagulant.
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What is Requip used to treat?
Parkinson's disease, restless legs syndrome (RLS) ## Footnote It is a dopamine agonist.
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What is the classification of Crestor?
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin) ## Footnote It is used for hyperlipidemia.
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What is Zoloft used for?
Major depressive disorder, OCD, panic disorder, PTSD, PMDD ## Footnote It is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).
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What is the classification of Viagra?
Phosphodiesterase inhibitor ## Footnote It is used for erectile dysfunction (ED).
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What is Zocor used to treat?
Hyperlipidemia ## Footnote It is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin).
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What is the primary use of Januvia?
Diabetes ## Footnote It is a DPP-4 inhibitor.
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What is the classification of Vesicare?
Anticholinergic ## Footnote It is used for overactive bladder.
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What is the primary use of Aldactone?
Hypertension (HTN), edema ## Footnote It is an aldosterone receptor antagonist.
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What is the classification of Imitrex?
Selective serotonin agonist ## Footnote It is used for migraine and cluster headaches.
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What is Cialis used to treat?
Erectile dysfunction (ED), benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) ## Footnote It is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor.
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What is the primary use of Flomax?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) ## Footnote It is a peripherally-acting alpha blocker.
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What condition does Restoril treat?
Insomnia ## Footnote It is a benzodiazepine.
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What is Hytrin used for?
Hypertension (HTN), benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) ## Footnote It is an alpha blocker.
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What is the classification of Androderm?
Androgen agonist ## Footnote It is used for male hypogonadism.
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What is the primary use of AndroGel?
Male hypogonadism ## Footnote It is an androgen agonist.
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What is the classification of Testim?
Androgen agonist ## Footnote It is used for male hypogonadism.
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What is the primary use of Armour Thyroid?
Hypothyroidism ## Footnote It is a thyroid hormone replacement.
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What is the classification of Spiriva?
Long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA) ## Footnote It is used for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
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What is the primary use of Zanaflex?
Spasticity ## Footnote It is a muscle relaxant.
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What is the classification of Topamax?
Anticonvulsant ## Footnote It is used for seizures and migraine prophylaxis.
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What condition does Ultram treat?
Moderate-severe pain ## Footnote It is an opioid analgesic.
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What is the primary use of Desyrel?
Major depressive disorder ## Footnote It is a serotonin modulator.
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What is the generic name for the drug Spiriva?
tiotropium ## Footnote Used as a long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA) for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
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What is the primary use of Zanaflex?
spasticity ## Footnote It is a muscle relaxant
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Topamax is indicated for which conditions?
seizures, migraine prophylaxis ## Footnote It is classified as an anticonvulsant
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Ultram is used to treat what level of pain?
moderate-severe pain ## Footnote It is an opioid analgesic
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What condition is Desyrel primarily used to treat?
major depressive disorder ## Footnote It acts as a serotonin modulator
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Kenalog is a topical corticosteroid used for which type of conditions?
inflammatory skin conditions ## Footnote It is a legend drug
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What combination of medications does Dyazide contain?
triamterene / hydrochlorothiazide ## Footnote It is used for hypertension (HTN) and edema
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What class of diuretics does Maxzide belong to?
potassium-sparing / thiazide diuretics ## Footnote It is used for hypertension (HTN) and edema
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Valtrex is effective against which viruses?
herpes simplex virus (HSV), herpes labialis (cold sores), herpes zoster (shingles) ## Footnote It is classified as an antiviral
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What is the main indication for Depacon?
seizures ## Footnote It is an anticonvulsant
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Diovan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) used to treat what condition?
hypertension (HTN) ## Footnote It is a legend drug
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What is the therapeutic use of Levitra?
erectile dysfunction (ED) ## Footnote It is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor
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Effexor is a serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) used for which disorders?
major depressive disorder, anxiety, panic disorder ## Footnote It is classified as an antidepressant
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Calan is indicated for which cardiovascular conditions?
angina, hypertension (HTN) ## Footnote It is a calcium channel blocker (CCB)
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Which drug is a gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) A receptor positive modulator used for insomnia?
Ambien ## Footnote It is classified as a controlled substance (IV)
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True or False: Coumadin is used to inhibit thromboembolism.
True ## Footnote It is an anticoagulant
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What is the generic name for the drug Topamax?
topiramate ## Footnote It is used for seizures and migraine prophylaxis
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Fill in the blank: The drug _______ is used for insomnia and acts on GABA receptors.
Ambien ## Footnote It is a controlled substance (IV)
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