Useful in expelling phlegm – EXPECTORANT Class of beta-lactam antibiotic that are active

against many aerobic and anaerobic gram-

blocks the angiotensin converting enzyme from
converting angiotensin I to angiotensin – ACE
INHIBITORS
An anti-diabetic agent responsible for breaking
down carbohydrates to smaller sugar particles
like glucose, in order for the carbohydrates to
be reabsorbed - BIGUANIDES
The main opioid receptor that narcotic
analgesics bind to is the ______receptor – MU
Some antimalarial agents are used as
prophylactic agents; they kill the parasite when
it enters the host.This statement is – TRUE
Nasal decongestants constricts dilated blood
vessels within the nose, reducing swelling which
allows air to flow more freely, relieving
symptoms of congestion. This statement is –
TRUE
Natural interferons, made by recombinant DNA
technology, are used as antiviral agents to treat
infections such as hepatitis and herpes zoster
virus. This statement is _____ - FALSE
positive and gram-negative organisms. Are
notable for their ability to inhibit beta-
lactamase enzymes (also called penicillinase)
- Carbapenems
Tuberculosis chemotherapy involves giving two
to four drugs simultaneously. This statement is
– TRUE
Atypical antipsychotics are more likely to
produce extrapyramidal side effects. This
statement is ____ - FALSE
Anti-arthritis drugs that help slow the
progression of arthritis are aspirin, non-
steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and
steroids.This statement is _____ - FALSE
The agent that block histamine-induced gastric
acid secretion from the parietal cells of the
gastric mucosa (lining of the stomach). – H2
ANTAGONIST

Gastrointestinal stimulants are drugs that

increase motility of the gastrointestinal smooth
muscle, without acting as a purgative. This
statement is – TRUE

Cardioselective beta blockers have a clinical

advantage in that they are 20 times more
potent at blocking beta-2 receptors than beta-1
receptors. – FALSE

Beta-adrenergic blocking agents are used to

treat – BOTH ANGINA AND HYPERTENSION