NEET MDS Quiz - Practice Test

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Pharmacology

Which of the following has a uricosuric action:

1) Allopurinol
2) Losartan
3) Ramipril
4) Atenolol

Option 1

Option 2

Option 3

Option 4

📝 Explanation:

Losartan has a uricosuric action in addition to being an angiotensin receptor blocker.

Allopurinol is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor which reduces the synthesis of uric acid.

2

Pharmacology

Which of the following is used in the treatment of meningococcal meningitis in patients allergic to penicillin?

1) Ciprofloxacin
2) Teicoplanin
3) Meropenem
4) Chloramphenicol

Option 1

Option 2

Option 3

Option 4

📝 Explanation:

Treatment of meningococcal meningitis:
Drug of choice – Penicillin G

In case of penicillin resistance, third generation cephalosporins should be used ( Ceftriaxone / CefotaximeIn case of penicillin / cephalosporin allergy, Chloramphenicol is used

3

Pharmacology

Following drug interact with cefotaxime?

1) Digoxin
2) Paracetamol
3) Loop diuretics
4) Nifedipine

Option 1

Option 2

Option 3

Option 4

📝 Explanation:

Nephrotoxicity of cephalosporins is accentuated by concurrent administration of loop diuretics.

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