Pharmacy Phun Quiz
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Pharmacy Phun Quiz is doses of Pharmacy knowledge presented in quiz form—for pharmacists or anyone with an interest in pharmacy, medicines, and healthcare.
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Turkey does not make people sleepy. It is not really all that rich in tryptophan, the chemical blamed for turkey-induced sleepiness. However, eating a big, decadent meal with or without turkey may cause drowsiness. –@WebMD
Happy Thanksgiving from #PhunQuiz
Turkey does not make people sleepy. It is not really all that rich in tryptophan, the chemical blamed for turkey-induced sleepiness. However, eating a big, decadent meal with or without turkey may cause drowsiness. –@WebMD
Happy Thanksgiving from #PhunQuiz
November 27, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Bits and Pieces:
Turkey does not make people sleepy. It is not really all that rich in tryptophan, the chemical blamed for turkey-induced sleepiness. However, eating a big, decadent meal with or without turkey may cause drowsiness. –@WebMD
Happy Thanksgiving from #PhunQuiz
Turkey does not make people sleepy. It is not really all that rich in tryptophan, the chemical blamed for turkey-induced sleepiness. However, eating a big, decadent meal with or without turkey may cause drowsiness. –@WebMD
Happy Thanksgiving from #PhunQuiz
Answer: A. All these topical agents are indicated for atopic dermatitis. Apparently, Bob has a severe case.
November 25, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Answer: A. All these topical agents are indicated for atopic dermatitis. Apparently, Bob has a severe case.
Bob has filled RXs for topical crisaborole, calcipotriene, clobetasol, and tacrolimus. While picking up upadacitinib, he quips, “dupilumab is next.” What is wrong?
A. Atopic dermatitis
B. Basal cell carcinoma
C. Idiopathic urticaria
D. Topical leishmaniasis
The answer is in the thread
#PhunQuiz
A. Atopic dermatitis
B. Basal cell carcinoma
C. Idiopathic urticaria
D. Topical leishmaniasis
The answer is in the thread
#PhunQuiz
November 25, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Bob has filled RXs for topical crisaborole, calcipotriene, clobetasol, and tacrolimus. While picking up upadacitinib, he quips, “dupilumab is next.” What is wrong?
A. Atopic dermatitis
B. Basal cell carcinoma
C. Idiopathic urticaria
D. Topical leishmaniasis
The answer is in the thread
#PhunQuiz
A. Atopic dermatitis
B. Basal cell carcinoma
C. Idiopathic urticaria
D. Topical leishmaniasis
The answer is in the thread
#PhunQuiz
Bits and Pieces:
Did you know that unlike most foodborne pathogens, Listeria monocytogenes survives and even multiplies at refrigerated temperatures. This explains why Listeria is often found in refrigerated, ready-to-eat foods. It is killed by standard cooking temps.
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Did you know that unlike most foodborne pathogens, Listeria monocytogenes survives and even multiplies at refrigerated temperatures. This explains why Listeria is often found in refrigerated, ready-to-eat foods. It is killed by standard cooking temps.
#PhunQuiz
November 15, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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Did you know that unlike most foodborne pathogens, Listeria monocytogenes survives and even multiplies at refrigerated temperatures. This explains why Listeria is often found in refrigerated, ready-to-eat foods. It is killed by standard cooking temps.
#PhunQuiz
Did you know that unlike most foodborne pathogens, Listeria monocytogenes survives and even multiplies at refrigerated temperatures. This explains why Listeria is often found in refrigerated, ready-to-eat foods. It is killed by standard cooking temps.
#PhunQuiz
Answer: C. Pyridostigmine is indicated for Myasthenia Gravis NOT Alzheimer’s Disease. Memantine, donepezil, and rivastigmine are all treatments for Alzheimer’s disease. #AlzheimersAwareness
November 10, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Answer: C. Pyridostigmine is indicated for Myasthenia Gravis NOT Alzheimer’s Disease. Memantine, donepezil, and rivastigmine are all treatments for Alzheimer’s disease. #AlzheimersAwareness
Alzheimer’s Disease is a disorder in which swaths of brain cells die—robbing the patient of his mind. There are drugs that help. Which one does NOT treat Alzheimer’s?
A. Donepezil
B. Memantine
C. Pyridostigmine
D. Rivastigmine
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Donepezil
B. Memantine
C. Pyridostigmine
D. Rivastigmine
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
November 10, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Alzheimer’s Disease is a disorder in which swaths of brain cells die—robbing the patient of his mind. There are drugs that help. Which one does NOT treat Alzheimer’s?
A. Donepezil
B. Memantine
C. Pyridostigmine
D. Rivastigmine
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Donepezil
B. Memantine
C. Pyridostigmine
D. Rivastigmine
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
Answer: D. Direct oral anticoagulants, hypertriglyceridemia, and hyperbilirubinemia may interfere with factor Xa inhibitor levels. However, Lupus may lead to elevated baseline pTT, thus PTT monitoring may lead to inaccurate representation of anticoagulation. Credit: @accpcardprn on X.
November 4, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Answer: D. Direct oral anticoagulants, hypertriglyceridemia, and hyperbilirubinemia may interfere with factor Xa inhibitor levels. However, Lupus may lead to elevated baseline pTT, thus PTT monitoring may lead to inaccurate representation of anticoagulation. Credit: @accpcardprn on X.
In which scenario is utilizing a factor Xa inhibitor instead of a Partial Thromboplastin Time (PTT)-driven heparin protocol appropriate?
When a patient has…
A. Afib on rivaroxaban at home
B. Hyperbilirubinemia
C. Hypertriglyceridemia
D. Lupus erythematosus
The answer is in the thread
When a patient has…
A. Afib on rivaroxaban at home
B. Hyperbilirubinemia
C. Hypertriglyceridemia
D. Lupus erythematosus
The answer is in the thread
November 4, 2025 at 2:07 PM
In which scenario is utilizing a factor Xa inhibitor instead of a Partial Thromboplastin Time (PTT)-driven heparin protocol appropriate?
When a patient has…
A. Afib on rivaroxaban at home
B. Hyperbilirubinemia
C. Hypertriglyceridemia
D. Lupus erythematosus
The answer is in the thread
When a patient has…
A. Afib on rivaroxaban at home
B. Hyperbilirubinemia
C. Hypertriglyceridemia
D. Lupus erythematosus
The answer is in the thread
Answer: A, 5.7-6.0%. A hemoglobin A1c measurement of 6.4% is not awful, but it is an indicator of prediabetes. 6.5% or above is an indication of diabetes or lack of glycemic control in a known diabetic. >7% is not good. Two decades ago, 7% was considered normal.
November 2, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Answer: A, 5.7-6.0%. A hemoglobin A1c measurement of 6.4% is not awful, but it is an indicator of prediabetes. 6.5% or above is an indication of diabetes or lack of glycemic control in a known diabetic. >7% is not good. Two decades ago, 7% was considered normal.
Know your diabetes numbers? Hemoglobin A1c is the percentage of glycosylated hemoglobin. It is an indicator of blood glucose levels over 2-3 months. Which is a good result for a hemoglobin A1c test?
A. 5.7-6%
B. 6-6.5%
C. 6.5-7%
D. 7% or higher
The answer is in the thread
A. 5.7-6%
B. 6-6.5%
C. 6.5-7%
D. 7% or higher
The answer is in the thread
November 2, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Know your diabetes numbers? Hemoglobin A1c is the percentage of glycosylated hemoglobin. It is an indicator of blood glucose levels over 2-3 months. Which is a good result for a hemoglobin A1c test?
A. 5.7-6%
B. 6-6.5%
C. 6.5-7%
D. 7% or higher
The answer is in the thread
A. 5.7-6%
B. 6-6.5%
C. 6.5-7%
D. 7% or higher
The answer is in the thread
Answer: D. Rest and supportive care are recommended for HAV, a self-limiting disease. If hepatitis A is severe enough, hospitalization may be required. IM immune globulin can be used.
October 28, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Answer: D. Rest and supportive care are recommended for HAV, a self-limiting disease. If hepatitis A is severe enough, hospitalization may be required. IM immune globulin can be used.
What is the recommended treatment for hepatitis A?
A. Adefovir or lamivudine
B. Dexamethasone
C. Fidaxomicin or vancomycin
D. Supportive care
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Adefovir or lamivudine
B. Dexamethasone
C. Fidaxomicin or vancomycin
D. Supportive care
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
October 28, 2025 at 12:52 PM
What is the recommended treatment for hepatitis A?
A. Adefovir or lamivudine
B. Dexamethasone
C. Fidaxomicin or vancomycin
D. Supportive care
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Adefovir or lamivudine
B. Dexamethasone
C. Fidaxomicin or vancomycin
D. Supportive care
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
Answer: D. Prodrug tamoxifen requires CYP2D6 activation for effectiveness. Paroxetine inhibits CYP2D6. This interaction blocking the conversion of tamoxifen to its active metabolite, endoxifen, reduces the efficacy of tamoxifen, increasing the risk of breast cancer occurrence.
October 12, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Answer: D. Prodrug tamoxifen requires CYP2D6 activation for effectiveness. Paroxetine inhibits CYP2D6. This interaction blocking the conversion of tamoxifen to its active metabolite, endoxifen, reduces the efficacy of tamoxifen, increasing the risk of breast cancer occurrence.
Jane is a breast cancer survivor. She takes tamoxifen to prevent a recurrence. Which one of her medications interacts with tamoxifen and could lead to a cancer recurrence?
A. Clonazepam
B. Levothyroxine
C. Lisinopril
D. Paroxetine
The answer is in the thread
#PhunQuiz
A. Clonazepam
B. Levothyroxine
C. Lisinopril
D. Paroxetine
The answer is in the thread
#PhunQuiz
October 12, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Jane is a breast cancer survivor. She takes tamoxifen to prevent a recurrence. Which one of her medications interacts with tamoxifen and could lead to a cancer recurrence?
A. Clonazepam
B. Levothyroxine
C. Lisinopril
D. Paroxetine
The answer is in the thread
#PhunQuiz
A. Clonazepam
B. Levothyroxine
C. Lisinopril
D. Paroxetine
The answer is in the thread
#PhunQuiz
Answer: B. Golimumab (Simponi, Simponi Aria) is the missing TNF-alfa inhibitor. Anakinra is an IL-1 antagonist; natalizumab is an anti-α4-integrin antibody; rilonacept is an interleukin antagonist. All of them modify the immune system, but only golimumab is a TNF-alfa inhibitor.
September 15, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Answer: B. Golimumab (Simponi, Simponi Aria) is the missing TNF-alfa inhibitor. Anakinra is an IL-1 antagonist; natalizumab is an anti-α4-integrin antibody; rilonacept is an interleukin antagonist. All of them modify the immune system, but only golimumab is a TNF-alfa inhibitor.
There are currently five approved Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF)-alfa inhibitors: Adalimumab, certolizumab, etanercept, and infliximab. Which is the missing one?
A. Anakinra
B. Golimumab
C. Natalizumab
D. Rilonacept
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Anakinra
B. Golimumab
C. Natalizumab
D. Rilonacept
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
September 15, 2025 at 12:47 PM
There are currently five approved Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF)-alfa inhibitors: Adalimumab, certolizumab, etanercept, and infliximab. Which is the missing one?
A. Anakinra
B. Golimumab
C. Natalizumab
D. Rilonacept
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Anakinra
B. Golimumab
C. Natalizumab
D. Rilonacept
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
Answer: D. Phenylephrine is an alpha-adrenergic agonist, a vasoconstrictor–orally it is not effective, but intranasally it relieves nasal congestion due to cold or allergy. The ophthalmic preparations relieve redness. It is administered IV for hypotension due to anesthesia.
September 9, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Answer: D. Phenylephrine is an alpha-adrenergic agonist, a vasoconstrictor–orally it is not effective, but intranasally it relieves nasal congestion due to cold or allergy. The ophthalmic preparations relieve redness. It is administered IV for hypotension due to anesthesia.
Take this #PhunQuiz Dose. Which one is effective topically for a stuffy nose?
A. Phenelzine
B. Phentermine
C. Phentolamine
D. Phenylephrine
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A. Phenelzine
B. Phentermine
C. Phentolamine
D. Phenylephrine
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September 9, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Take this #PhunQuiz Dose. Which one is effective topically for a stuffy nose?
A. Phenelzine
B. Phentermine
C. Phentolamine
D. Phenylephrine
See next
#Medicines #Pharmacy #Pharmacists #Pharmacology #FOAMed #PharmacyStudents #NAPLEX #PharmSky #PharmacyTechnicians #PTCB #NCLEX
A. Phenelzine
B. Phentermine
C. Phentolamine
D. Phenylephrine
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#Medicines #Pharmacy #Pharmacists #Pharmacology #FOAMed #PharmacyStudents #NAPLEX #PharmSky #PharmacyTechnicians #PTCB #NCLEX
The answer is C, respiratory depression. Overdose of sedative/hypnotics can cause coma and fatal central respiratory arrest. Credit qbankusmle.com.
August 27, 2025 at 11:38 PM
The answer is C, respiratory depression. Overdose of sedative/hypnotics can cause coma and fatal central respiratory arrest. Credit qbankusmle.com.
Which is the most likely cause of death in cases of overdose of sedative/hypnotics?
A. Cerebral edema
B. Hypothermia
C. Respiratory depression
D. Status epilepticus
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Cerebral edema
B. Hypothermia
C. Respiratory depression
D. Status epilepticus
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
August 27, 2025 at 11:38 PM
Which is the most likely cause of death in cases of overdose of sedative/hypnotics?
A. Cerebral edema
B. Hypothermia
C. Respiratory depression
D. Status epilepticus
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Cerebral edema
B. Hypothermia
C. Respiratory depression
D. Status epilepticus
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
The answer is B, benazepril. All ACE inhibitors may cause angioedema. Although on average the incidence is less than 1%, it occurs 5 times more often in patients of African descent.
August 18, 2025 at 3:13 PM
The answer is B, benazepril. All ACE inhibitors may cause angioedema. Although on average the incidence is less than 1%, it occurs 5 times more often in patients of African descent.
Which antihypertensive agent may precipitate angioedema?
A. Amlodipine
B. Benazepril
C. Losartan
D. Sotalol
The answer is in the thread
A. Amlodipine
B. Benazepril
C. Losartan
D. Sotalol
The answer is in the thread
August 18, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Which antihypertensive agent may precipitate angioedema?
A. Amlodipine
B. Benazepril
C. Losartan
D. Sotalol
The answer is in the thread
A. Amlodipine
B. Benazepril
C. Losartan
D. Sotalol
The answer is in the thread
The answer is C, both. ACEIs (lisinopril), ARBs, and potassium-sparing diuretics (amiloride) tend to cause hyperkalemia. Ringer’s lactate solution should be avoided in these patients if possible.
August 17, 2025 at 6:32 PM
The answer is C, both. ACEIs (lisinopril), ARBs, and potassium-sparing diuretics (amiloride) tend to cause hyperkalemia. Ringer’s lactate solution should be avoided in these patients if possible.
Lactated Ringer’s solution contains potassium and should be given cautiously to patients taking drugs that tend to cause hyperkalemia. Ringer’s solution should be avoided in patients taking which one?
A. Amiloride
B. Lisinopril
C. Both
D. Neither
The answer follows
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A. Amiloride
B. Lisinopril
C. Both
D. Neither
The answer follows
#PhunQuiz
August 17, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Lactated Ringer’s solution contains potassium and should be given cautiously to patients taking drugs that tend to cause hyperkalemia. Ringer’s solution should be avoided in patients taking which one?
A. Amiloride
B. Lisinopril
C. Both
D. Neither
The answer follows
#PhunQuiz
A. Amiloride
B. Lisinopril
C. Both
D. Neither
The answer follows
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Bits and Pieces:
Preteens and teens are at increased risk of certain vaccine-preventable diseases (meningococcal, Tdap) as they engage in common activities such as sharing drinks and kissing, etc. CDC recommends the HPV vaccine before teens become sexually active. #PhunQuiz
Preteens and teens are at increased risk of certain vaccine-preventable diseases (meningococcal, Tdap) as they engage in common activities such as sharing drinks and kissing, etc. CDC recommends the HPV vaccine before teens become sexually active. #PhunQuiz
August 13, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Bits and Pieces:
Preteens and teens are at increased risk of certain vaccine-preventable diseases (meningococcal, Tdap) as they engage in common activities such as sharing drinks and kissing, etc. CDC recommends the HPV vaccine before teens become sexually active. #PhunQuiz
Preteens and teens are at increased risk of certain vaccine-preventable diseases (meningococcal, Tdap) as they engage in common activities such as sharing drinks and kissing, etc. CDC recommends the HPV vaccine before teens become sexually active. #PhunQuiz