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NGR5172 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY FINAL
LATEST 2026 ACTUAL EXAM WITH COMPLETE
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS||VERIFIED EXAM!!! (100% VERIFIED
ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+| ||PROFESSOR
VERIFIED|| ||NEWEST EXAM!!!||
What are some examples of known teratogen drugs? -
Answer-ACE inhibitors, Androgenic hormones, Warfarin,
Isotretinoin, Lithium, Phenytoin, Thalidomide, Valproic acid
What FDA categories of drugs are considered to be
contraindicated in pregnancy? - Answer-X - absolutely
contraindicated
D - only given in rare cases, such as Warfarin with
mothers with mechanical heart valves where benefit
outweighs risks
What physiologic maternal changes during pregnancy can
predispose women to develop thromboembolisms? -
Answer--hypercoagulable states due to increased clotting
factors
-blood volume increases by 30-40%
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What is an OTC medication combination that can be used
for N/V in pregnancy? - Answer--pyridoxine (B6)
-Doxylamine (Unisom)
_also available in combo by Rx - Diclegis, but very $$$
What Rx meds are available for N/V in pregnancy? -
Answer--Metoclopramide (Reglan) & Promethazine
(Phenergan) - more likely to cause sedation & EPS sx
-5-HT3 antagonists: Ondansetron, granisetron, dolasetron
- more $$
What are some OTC options for heartburn associated with
pregnancy? - Answer--eat more frequent, small meals
-antacids in moderation
-AVOID sodium bicarb & magnesium trisilicate
-Calcium products like Tums can cause constipation
What is the first choice of Rx drugs for heartburn in
pregnancy? - Answer--Sucralfate (Carafate), then
-H2 blockers (famotidine), then lastly
-PPIs
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What is the drug of choice for constipation during
pregnancy? - Answer-Bulk-forming laxatives like
Methylcellulose and psyllium husk because they are not
absorbed
-stool softeners like Colace are also safe to use
-osmotic laxatives such as MiraLAX, lactulose, mag salts
can be used for short, intermittent use
-stimulants (senna, bisacodyl) can be used occasionally
Why must prolonged/repeated use of mineral oil be
avoided during pregnancy? - Answer-They decrease fat-
soluble vitamin absorption, which are needed for fetal
development.
What topical products may be used for hemorrhoids during
pregnancy? - Answer-Preparation H & Tucks (witch hazel)
Sitz baths
What is the drug of choice for diarrhea that occurs during
pregnancy? - Answer--Stool bulking agents such as
Metamucil & Citrucel
-May also use Loperamide, if needed
NGR5172 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY FINAL
LATEST 2026 ACTUAL EXAM WITH COMPLETE
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS||VERIFIED EXAM!!! (100% VERIFIED
ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+| ||PROFESSOR
VERIFIED|| ||NEWEST EXAM!!!||
What are some examples of known teratogen drugs? -
Answer-ACE inhibitors, Androgenic hormones, Warfarin,
Isotretinoin, Lithium, Phenytoin, Thalidomide, Valproic acid
What FDA categories of drugs are considered to be
contraindicated in pregnancy? - Answer-X - absolutely
contraindicated
D - only given in rare cases, such as Warfarin with
mothers with mechanical heart valves where benefit
outweighs risks
What physiologic maternal changes during pregnancy can
predispose women to develop thromboembolisms? -
Answer--hypercoagulable states due to increased clotting
factors
-blood volume increases by 30-40%
,2|Page
What is an OTC medication combination that can be used
for N/V in pregnancy? - Answer--pyridoxine (B6)
-Doxylamine (Unisom)
_also available in combo by Rx - Diclegis, but very $$$
What Rx meds are available for N/V in pregnancy? -
Answer--Metoclopramide (Reglan) & Promethazine
(Phenergan) - more likely to cause sedation & EPS sx
-5-HT3 antagonists: Ondansetron, granisetron, dolasetron
- more $$
What are some OTC options for heartburn associated with
pregnancy? - Answer--eat more frequent, small meals
-antacids in moderation
-AVOID sodium bicarb & magnesium trisilicate
-Calcium products like Tums can cause constipation
What is the first choice of Rx drugs for heartburn in
pregnancy? - Answer--Sucralfate (Carafate), then
-H2 blockers (famotidine), then lastly
-PPIs
, 3|Page
What is the drug of choice for constipation during
pregnancy? - Answer-Bulk-forming laxatives like
Methylcellulose and psyllium husk because they are not
absorbed
-stool softeners like Colace are also safe to use
-osmotic laxatives such as MiraLAX, lactulose, mag salts
can be used for short, intermittent use
-stimulants (senna, bisacodyl) can be used occasionally
Why must prolonged/repeated use of mineral oil be
avoided during pregnancy? - Answer-They decrease fat-
soluble vitamin absorption, which are needed for fetal
development.
What topical products may be used for hemorrhoids during
pregnancy? - Answer-Preparation H & Tucks (witch hazel)
Sitz baths
What is the drug of choice for diarrhea that occurs during
pregnancy? - Answer--Stool bulking agents such as
Metamucil & Citrucel
-May also use Loperamide, if needed
