Medication Review for NCOI | 15+ Questions | Oncology, Antivirals, Antibiotics – Uses & Side Effects | Fall 2026

This concise medication-focused review includes 15+ exam-style questions and answers tailored for students preparing for NCOI pharmacology exams, especially within the contexts of oncology, infection control, and supportive drug therapies. Each question includes the correct therapeutic use and clinically relevant side effects, ensuring quick recall and exam readiness. Medications covered include: Antineoplastics & hormone therapy agents: Cytoxan (cyclophosphamide): breast, ovarian cancers, lymphoma Tamoxifen: breast cancer, with side effects such as hot flashes and uterine malignancy 5-FU (fluorouracil): GI and head/neck cancers Adriamycin (doxorubicin): cardiac-toxic chemo for breast, bladder cancer, Kaposi sarcoma Roferon-A (interferon alpha-2a): melanoma, leukemia (with flu-like symptoms) Supportive therapies: Neupogen (filgrastim): for neutropenia; stimulates bone marrow but may cause severe bone pain Antivirals: Oseltamivir (Tamiflu): for influenza, most effective if started early; GI and neuro-like side effects Antibiotics: General side effects include GI upset and superinfections This document is ideal for students in: Registered Nursing (RN, BSN, ADN) Pharmacology and Pathophysiology courses Physician Assistant or Pre-Med programs focused on cancer care or infectious disease Those studying at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences or any health science institution with an NCOI-aligned curriculum. Compact and targeted, this sheet is excellent for final review, flashcard creation, or clinical exam preparation. Keywords: NCOI, pharmacology, chemotherapy drugs, tamoxifen, doxorubicin, neupogen, roferon, 5-FU, cyclophosphamide, oseltamivir, tamiflu, antivirals, antibiotics, flu treatment, cancer meds, nursing drugs, med-surg meds, nursing pharmacology, drug side effects, NCLEX review