Hosa Pharmacy Science Study Guide Questions And Correct Answers

Brand Name: Levemir Drug Class: antidiabetic Indication: treatment of insulin-dependent (type 1) or type 2 diabetes not properly controlled Controlled: no {Ans: Insulin Detemir}Brand Name: Proscar, Propecia Drug Class: prostate--anti-inflammatory Indication: treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) Controlled: no {Ans: Finasteride}Drug Class: ? Mechanism of Action: improve response to insulin and glucose Indication: used to treat non-insulin dependent diabetes Side effects: - Examples: -glimepride-glipizide-glyburide-metformin-pioglitazone Special consideration: because they improve the response of the body to insulin, and type 1 diabetes do not produce insulin, these drugs are not indicated for type 1 diabetes; changing of diet and increasing exercise should also be included in therapy {Ans: Oral Hypoglycemic Agents}part of the prescription that includes directions to the pharmacist for dispensing the medication. Ex: number of refills permitted. {Ans: subscription}the patient package insert includes: {Ans: -how the drugs works -what to do if a dose is missed -contraindications -warnings -side effects -overdose information -dosages and packing information -indications and use}Brand Name: Medrol, Medrol Dosepack Drug Class: anti-inflammatory (corticosteroid) Indication: treatment of inflammatory conditions Controlled: no {Ans: Methylprednisolone}