Final Exam 2025: Advanced
Pharmacology 6521| Solved and Graded
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What are the primary uses of corticosteroids in pharmacology?
To reduce inflammation and suppress immune responses.
Which corticosteroid is commonly used for acute asthma exacerbations?
Prednisone.
What is the role of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors in hypertension treatment?
To block the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II, lowering blood pressure.
Which ACE inhibitor is commonly prescribed for high blood pressure and heart failure?
Lisinopril ("Zestril").
What is a common side effect of ACE inhibitors?
Persistent dry cough.
Which class of medications is used to treat hyperlipidemia by reducing cholesterol levels?
Statins.
Which statin is often prescribed to lower LDL cholesterol levels?
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, Atorvastatin ("Lipitor").
What is the primary action of calcium channel blockers in the cardiovascular system?
To block calcium entry into smooth muscle cells, causing vasodilation and lowering blood
pressure.
Which calcium channel blocker is commonly prescribed for both hypertension and angina?
Amlodipine ("Norvasc").
What is the purpose of antiplatelet drugs in cardiovascular therapy?
To prevent blood clots by inhibiting platelet aggregation.
Which antiplatelet drug is often used to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke?
Aspirin.
What medication is commonly used to treat acute migraine headaches?
Sumatriptan ("Imitrex").
Which medication is used to manage Parkinson’s disease by increasing dopamine levels in the
brain?
Levodopa/carbidopa ("Sinemet").
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Pharmacology 6521| Solved and Graded
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What are the primary uses of corticosteroids in pharmacology?
To reduce inflammation and suppress immune responses.
Which corticosteroid is commonly used for acute asthma exacerbations?
Prednisone.
What is the role of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors in hypertension treatment?
To block the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II, lowering blood pressure.
Which ACE inhibitor is commonly prescribed for high blood pressure and heart failure?
Lisinopril ("Zestril").
What is a common side effect of ACE inhibitors?
Persistent dry cough.
Which class of medications is used to treat hyperlipidemia by reducing cholesterol levels?
Statins.
Which statin is often prescribed to lower LDL cholesterol levels?
1
, Atorvastatin ("Lipitor").
What is the primary action of calcium channel blockers in the cardiovascular system?
To block calcium entry into smooth muscle cells, causing vasodilation and lowering blood
pressure.
Which calcium channel blocker is commonly prescribed for both hypertension and angina?
Amlodipine ("Norvasc").
What is the purpose of antiplatelet drugs in cardiovascular therapy?
To prevent blood clots by inhibiting platelet aggregation.
Which antiplatelet drug is often used to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke?
Aspirin.
What medication is commonly used to treat acute migraine headaches?
Sumatriptan ("Imitrex").
Which medication is used to manage Parkinson’s disease by increasing dopamine levels in the
brain?
Levodopa/carbidopa ("Sinemet").
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