APEA- Pharm Derm 55 Test Quiz Questions With Correct Answers |26 Pages

APEA- Pharm Derm 55 Test Quiz Questions

Due to potential systemic absorption, the use of fluorouracil (Carac)

should be avoided in patients who:


have anemia.


are pregnant.


have renal insufficiency.


have a history of seizures. -Correct Answer ✔ ✔ are pregnant.


Children receiving griseofulvin (Grifulvin V) for the treatment of tinea

capitis should be monitored for:


alopecia.


clay-colored stools.


tinea versicolor.


tinnitus. -Correct Answer ✔ ✔ clay-colored stools.

,can cause hepatotoxicity


Benzoyl peroxide (Benzac wash) is classified as a topical:


antibiotic.


astringent.


antimicrobial.


acetic acid-based cleanser. -Correct Answer ✔ ✔ antimicrobial.


The generic name for Elidel is:


permethrin.


pimecrolimus.


tacrolimus.


urea topical. -Correct Answer ✔ ✔ pimecrolimus.


Pimecrolimus (Elidel) is indicated in the treatment of:

, actinic keratosis.


acne vulgaris.


atopic dermatitis.


psoriasis. -Correct Answer ✔ ✔ atopic dermatitis.


Which of the following conditions is NOT a side effect of long-term

use of topical steroids?


Cutaneous atrophy


Glaucoma


Hypotrichosis


Telangiectasia -Correct Answer ✔ ✔ Hypotrichosis


The greatest concern with long-term use of topical corticosteroids is:


purpura.


rosacea-like eruptions.