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What does Dextromethorphan do?

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Antitussive (stops cough)

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What doses does NicoDERM Transdermal Patch come in?

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7, 14, 21mg

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What is the max amount of Nicorette Gum you can chew in a day?

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May not exceed 24 pieces/day

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How much elemental iron does Ferrous Sulfate contain?

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20%

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What is the maximum 24h dose of Loratadine?

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10mg

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What is the active ingredient of Primatene mist?

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Epinephrine

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What ingredients are found in Drixoral Cold and Allergy 12 Hour Relief?

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Pseudoephedrine 1200mg, Dexbrompheniramine 6mg

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Which Vitamin B plays a vital role in energy and carbohydrate metabolism?

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Thiamine

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Which fat-soluble vitamin is essential for normal growth and reproduction, normal skeletal and tooth development, and proper functioning of most organs in the body, notably the specialized functions involving the conjunctiva, retina, and cornea of the eye?

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Vitamin A

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What are the active ingredients in Robitussin CF?

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Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, Pseudoephedrine

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What are the active ingredients in Robitussin Night Relief?

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Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine, Pyrilamine

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What are the active ingredients in Robitussin DM?

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Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin

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How often are enzymatic contact lens cleaners used?

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Weekly

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What is recommended for an 8 month old baby who has been constipated for the last 2 days?

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Glycerin suppositories

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What type of laxative is mineral oil?

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Lubricant

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Nasal or ophthalmic decongestants have a risk of rebound congestion if used longer than?

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3 consecutive days

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What is the other name for Vitamin B3?

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Niacin

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What is used as a preservative in ophthalmic products?

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Boric acid, Benzalkonium chloride

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What are the active ingredients in Robitussin PE?

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Pseudoephedrine, Guafenesin

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What is the active ingredient Docosanol found in?

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OTC antiviral cream used for herpes simplex of the lips

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Which product has oxymetazoline as its primary ingredient?

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Afrin Sinus

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What are the main side effects of Commit Lozenge 4mg?

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GI upset, nausea, hiccups, and heartburn

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What is the max strength of folic acid available OTC?

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0.8mg (800mcg)

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What would you recommend for pregnant women for constipation?

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Bulk-forming laxatives, Stool softeners

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Which vitamin supplement is used in Isoniazid therapy?
Vitamin B6
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What dose does NicoTROL Transdermal Patch come in?
Nicotine 15mg
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What is used to treat an iron overdose?
Deferoxamine
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What active ingredients can be found in OTC sleep aids?
Diphenhydramine, Doxylamine succinate
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What conditions can result form Vitamin B1 deficiency?
Beri Beri, Wernicke-Korsakov syndrome
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What dose does NicoTINE Transdermal Patch come in?
Nicotine 11, 22mg
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What OTC drug can be used for canker sores?
Hurricane
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What is the pediatric dose for Ibuprofen?
5-10mg/kg Q6-8h
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What ingredients are found in Polysporin?
Polymyxin B 10,000 IU/g; Bacitracin 500 IU/g
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What APAP dose would you recommend to a 6 year old who is complaining of temp 100F for past 24h?
APAP 160mg Q4-8h
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What is the active ingredient in Lotrimin Ultra?
Butenafine HCl 1%
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When is sunscreen considered waterproof?
SPF is maintained after 80 minutes of water immersion or extreme physical activity
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What can be used to treat scabies?
Elimite, NIX
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What can OTC acne preparations contain?
Salicyclic acid, Sulfur, Benzoyl peroxide
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What active ingredients are commonly found in earwax products?
Carbamide peroxide, Hydrogen peroxide
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What does this sig mean: 3 gtts AU QID?
Instill 3 drops in both ears four times a day
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What is commonly combined with sulfur in acne preparations?
Resourcinol
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What is an example of a physical sunscreen?
Zinc oxide
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What is the active ingredient of Zeasorb?
Miconazole
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What sunscreen provides protection from UVB?
Dioxybenzone, Oxybenzone
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How do you use Drbrox drops for earwax?
BID for 4 days
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What is a good topical antibiotic for a patient who is allergic to neomycin?
Polysporin
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How does someone use DEET with sunscreen?
Make sure to apply the sunscreen first, let it absorb, then apply the insect repellant
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How long will water-proof sunscreen protect if there is continuous water exposure?
60 minutes
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What is the appropriate dose of Dextromethorphan for a 10 year-old child?
5-10mg Q4h or 15mg Q6-8h
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What is the pediatric dose of diphenhydramine?
5mg/kg/day in 3-4 divided doses
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What is the active ingredient of Neutrogena T-Gel shampoo?
Salicylic acid
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What is the active ingredient found in Desenex?
Miconazole
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Which active ingredient is used to treat corns, calluses, warts?
Salicylic acid
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Which antacid works the fastest?
Sodium bicarbonate
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What product contains alginic acid?
Gaviscon
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What is the active ingredient in Lamisil AT?
Terbinafine
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What are preferred OTC products for traveler's diarrhea?
Pepto Bismol, Immodium
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What product can be safely used in a women in her 10th week of pregnancy with a headache?
Tylenol
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What can be used to treat athletes foot and ringworm?
Miconazole
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What is the active ingredient in Tinactin?
Tolnaftate
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What product could be used to treat both constipation and diarrhea?
Polycarbophil
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What product would you recommend that has ONLY simethicone?
Mylicon
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What product would you recommend to a 10 week pregnant women with GERD?
Tums
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Which antacid contains both magnesium and aluminum?
Maalox
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What is the recommended daily dose of Glucosamine and Chondroitin?
Glucosamine 1500mg; Chondroitin 1200mg
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What is a brand name for choline salicylate?
Arthropan
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What is the correct OTC dose for Tagamet?
200mg
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What type of allergy is Glucosamine contraindicated with?
Shell-Fish
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How long does it take for St. Johns Wort to work?
4-6 weeks
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What can regular use of cranberry concentrate tablets lead to?
Kidney stones, Diarrhea
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What are the active ingredients in Tucks Pads?
Witch hazel, Glycerin
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What are some characteristics of Goldenseal?
Used for the common cold, Can stimulate contractions therefore avoid in pregnancy, May inhibit CYP 3A4
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What is the main ingredient in Anusol?
Pramoxime
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What is the indication for Licorice?
Treatment of PUD
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When should you use precaution in recommending Echinacea?
Patient with allergies to sunflower seeds and flowers in the daisy family
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What disease states should use caution with Echinacea?
HIV/AIDS, MS, TB
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What ingredient is found in Anusol Ointment?
Pramoxine
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What is the indication for Arnica?
Promotes healing of cuts and bruises
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Which insulin preparations can be purchased OTC?
Humulin N, Humulin 70/30
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How long does it take to receive results for Home Access testing for HIV?
7 business days
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What is nature's Prozac?
St. Johns Wort
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What is the indication for Valerian?
Insomnia
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What are the active ingredients in Tucks Clear Gel?
Witch Hazel, Glycerin
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What do the main Omega 3 Fatty Acids include?
Cevitamic acid, Docosahexaenoic acid
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What does the OTC pregnancy test kit detect?
HCG
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How many CE hours are required for a pharmacist?
30 hours for each 2 year license renewal period
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Who needs to be notified IMMEDIATELY when any scheduled drugs are lost or stolen?
DEA
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Within how many days does the Board of Pharmacy need to be notified if there's a change in PIC?
30 days
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Which medication does not require a mandatory patient package when dispensed?
Omeprazole

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