#1
Which of the following is an anticoagulant medication?
Ibuprofen
Warfarin
Acetaminophen
Lisinopril
#2
What is the primary function of an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug)?
Antibacterial action
Pain relief and anti-inflammatory effects
Blood pressure regulation
Cough suppression
#3
Which of the following medications is commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes?
Insulin
Metformin
Prednisone
Albuterol
#4
What is the primary function of a beta-blocker medication?
Lowering blood pressure
Increasing heart rate
Stimulating the central nervous system
Reducing cholesterol levels
#5
Which medication is commonly used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
Sertraline
Methylphenidate
Lorazepam
Amitriptyline
#6
What class of medication is commonly used to treat bacterial infections?
Antihistamines
Antibiotics
Antidepressants
Antacids
#7
Which organ is primarily responsible for metabolizing drugs in the body?
#8
Which medication is commonly used to treat high cholesterol?
Ibuprofen
Aspirin
Atorvastatin
Metoprolol
#9
In pharmacology, what does the term 'side effect' refer to?
The main therapeutic effect of a drug
An unintended and often undesirable effect of a drug
The speed of drug absorption
The cost of the medication
#10
What is the primary action of an ACE inhibitor in the body?
Increase heart rate
Dilate blood vessels
Reduce blood pressure
Improve digestion
#11
Which medication is commonly prescribed to relieve symptoms of acid reflux?
Aspirin
Acetaminophen
Ranitidine
Ibuprofen
#12
What is the mechanism of action of diuretic medications?
Increase blood sugar levels
Reduce blood pressure
Increase urine output
Improve digestion
#13
Which medication is commonly prescribed to treat hypothyroidism?
Lisinopril
Levothyroxine
Metformin
Aspirin
#14
Which class of medications is commonly prescribed to manage symptoms of anxiety?
Antipsychotics
Antidepressants
Anticonvulsants
Anxiolytics
#15
What is the primary use of bronchodilator medications?
Reduce cholesterol levels
Relax and widen the airways in the lungs
Increase blood flow to the heart
Stimulate the central nervous system
#16
What is the primary purpose of antipsychotic medications?
Pain relief
Treatment of bacterial infections
Management of mental health disorders
Blood clot prevention
#17
Which class of medications is commonly used to lower blood pressure?
Diuretics
Bronchodilators
Antidepressants
Anticoagulants