Medication Action, Uses, and Side Effects Quiz

Test your knowledge of medication with this quiz! Learn about analgesics, antihistamines, antidepressants, and more. Discover common uses and side effects of medications.

#1

Which of the following is an example of an analgesic medication?

Aspirin
Penicillin
Insulin
Chemotherapy drugs
#2

What is the primary use of an antihistamine medication?

Reduce fever
Control blood pressure
Relieve allergy symptoms
Treat bacterial infections
#3

Which of the following medications is commonly prescribed for acid reflux and ulcers?

Omeprazole
Metoprolol
Ibuprofen
Digoxin
#4

Which of the following medications is commonly used to treat asthma?

Ibuprofen
Albuterol
Metformin
Lorazepam
#5

Which of the following medications is commonly used to treat bacterial infections?

Aspirin
Ibuprofen
Amoxicillin
Omeprazole
#6

Which of the following medications is commonly prescribed to treat depression?

Metformin
Amoxicillin
Prozac
Atorvastatin
#7

What is a common side effect of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)?

Constipation
Weight loss
Gastrointestinal bleeding
Hypertension
#8

Which of the following is a potential side effect of statin medications?

Weight gain
Muscle pain
Decreased heart rate
Increased appetite
#9

Which of the following medications is commonly used to treat high blood pressure?

Warfarin
Lisinopril
Metronidazole
Levothyroxine
#10

What is a potential side effect of corticosteroid medications?

Nausea
Hypertension
Hyperglycemia
Anemia
#11

How do beta-blockers primarily work in the body?

By reducing inflammation
By blocking adrenaline
By increasing insulin sensitivity
By stimulating the central nervous system
#12

What is the primary action of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors?

To increase blood pressure
To relax blood vessels
To stimulate the immune system
To inhibit blood clotting

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