Quiz for:
Pharmacology I L2

Question 1

What is the role of benzoyl peroxide in acne treatment?

Question 2

What is the primary indication for prescribing Dicloxacillin?

Question 3

Which skin areas allow more drug permeation due to reduced thickness?

Question 4

Which condition is characterized by chronic inflammation and often treated with topical steroids?

Question 5

What kind of dermatologic vehicle might cause irritant contact dermatitis due to its alcoholic content?

Question 6

What is a potential systemic effect of topical pharmacologic treatments like estrogen and fentanyl patches?

Question 7

Which systemic antibiotic is commonly used for acne treatment due to its antibacterial properties?

Question 8

Which of the following is a factor affecting the potency of topical steroids?

Question 9

Which topical vehicle is considered more occlusive, keeping drugs on the skin longer?

Question 10

What is the primary function of topical retinoids in acne treatment?

Question 11

What is a benefit of using topical antibiotics like mupiricin?

Question 12

Which antifungal is specifically used to treat candida infections such as diaper rash?

Question 13

What pathology contributes to stress exacerbating acne?

Question 14

Which drug is associated with a high teratogenic risk and requires a REMS program?

Question 15

For what reason are preservatives often added to topical vehicles that contain water?