NSG 533 Advanced Pharmacology Exam
2025 Questions and Answers
Proton Pump Inhibitors - ....ANSWER ...-decrease the amount of acid produced
by the stomach.
Omeprazole (Prilosec) - ....ANSWER ...-PPI
H2RAs - ....ANSWER ...-- Reversibly inhibit the H2 receptors on the gastric
parietal cells which decrease gastric acid secretion
- Used PRN for heartburn and scheduled for GERD
- The brand name for Cimetidine is Tagamet
- The brand name for Nizatidine is Axid
WARNING
- Confusion, usually reversible. Risk factor > 50, renal or hepatic impairment. ECG
changes with renal dysfunction (famotidine)
- Potential for vitamin B12 deficiency with prolonged use (>= 2 years)
SE
- HA, agitation/vomiting in children < 1 year
- Cimetidine: *gynecomastia, impotence *
…FOR STUDENTS ONLY…©️2025 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED… 1
2025 Questions and Answers
Proton Pump Inhibitors - ....ANSWER ...-decrease the amount of acid produced
by the stomach.
Omeprazole (Prilosec) - ....ANSWER ...-PPI
H2RAs - ....ANSWER ...-- Reversibly inhibit the H2 receptors on the gastric
parietal cells which decrease gastric acid secretion
- Used PRN for heartburn and scheduled for GERD
- The brand name for Cimetidine is Tagamet
- The brand name for Nizatidine is Axid
WARNING
- Confusion, usually reversible. Risk factor > 50, renal or hepatic impairment. ECG
changes with renal dysfunction (famotidine)
- Potential for vitamin B12 deficiency with prolonged use (>= 2 years)
SE
- HA, agitation/vomiting in children < 1 year
- Cimetidine: *gynecomastia, impotence *
…FOR STUDENTS ONLY…©️2025 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED… 1
