(Latest 2025/ 2026 Update) Advanced
Pharmacology for Care of the Family
Guide| Questions & Answers| Grade A|
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1st line treatment for mild to moderate acne -
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Benzoyl peroxide (both an antibiotic and kerolytic)
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1st line treatment for severe acne -
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Doxycycline and isotretinoin and retinoids
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adverse effects of abacavir -
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Lactic acidosis, a severe hepatomegaly with steatosis
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, Allergic Rhinitis- Monoclonal antibody drug treatment option -
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Omalizumab (treats asthma and seasonal allergic rhinitis)
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Aminoglycosides are safe for what age group -
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children (infant <8 days old)
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Aminoglycosides patient education (ex. gentamicin, tobramycin, amikacin) -
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use is associated with ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity
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Anthelmintic safe for pregnancy -
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Praziquantel
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anthelmintic's caution with breastfeeding/pregnancy -
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albendazole
ivermectin
diethylcarbamazine
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anthelmintic's safe for breastfeeding -
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Mebendazole
pyrantel pamoate
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antifungals to use in immunocompromised patients -
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fluconazole and ketoconazole for oral candidiasis
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At what BMI level should bariatric surgery be considered? -
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BMI 35 or more
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avoid supplements that contain vitamin A when taking -
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Isotretinoin
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benzoyl peroxide (topical) side effects -
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skin redness, stinging, dryness, peeling, photosensitivity. Hypersensitivity reactions in asthma
patients
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benzoyl peroxide patient teaching -
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