Adv. Pharm Drexel 641 Dermatology Questions with correct answers

Adv. Pharm Drexel 641 Dermatology Questions with
correct answers
Type 1 Topical medications
Sulfur
salicylic acid
benzoyl peroxide
isotretinoin
Type 2 Topical antibiotics
tetracycline
erythromycin
Type 3 Oral antibiotics
tetracycline
erythromycin
Type 4 systemic hormones or retinoids
oral contraceptives
retinoids(Accutane) Correct Answer-Acne Medications


Antipsoriasis drugs Correct Answer-


Antiseborrheic agents Correct Answer--Meds applied directly to the
scalp ot incorporated into the shampooing products
-Used to control dandruff

, Antipsoriasis agents Correct Answer-


Topical antihistamines Correct Answer-1. Topical
2. H1 antagonists work primarily for itching, NOT redness
3. IND: Allergic conj
4. 1st generation: antihistamine + decongestant (vasoconstrictor)
5. 2nd generation: antihistamine only
6. OFF label use: myokemia [increases refractory period of nerves that
cause muscle twitching]


Scabicides and Pediculicides Correct Answer-used in the treatment of
infestations with scabies and mite and lice.


Mioxidil Correct Answer-


Bacitracin Correct Answer-inhibits cell wall synthesis used for staph and
strep 2-5 days until clear


Bacitracin and Polymyxin B gram coverage Correct Answer-
Baci(+)racin [gram positive]
Polymyxin(-)B [gram negative]
available in combination as Polysporin


Triple Antibiotic Ointment Correct Answer-✓Generic Name:
Neomycin, Bacitracin