12.
(c) Fatigue, malaise, low grade fever
and joint ache are common symptoms of S.L.E.
Dryness of mouth is an adverse effect of anticholinergic
drugs.
13.
(c) Loniten (Minoxidil) is associated
with hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth).
Minoxidil is available as OTC product under
brand name of Rogaine. Rogaine is used topically
to reduce male pattern baldness.
14.
(e) Neutropenia, proteinuria, hyperkalemia
and dry hacking cough are common adverse effects
of Ace-Inhibitors. Sialism is not a side effect
of Ace-Inhibitors. It is generally reported
with Trazodone.
15.
(a) Verapamil has a high negative inotropic
and A.V. node suppression properties. This
restricts its use in patients with CHF or
in patients that are currently on any b blocker.
16.
(a) The common adverse effect associated
with use of Verelan is constipation. Peri-Colace
is drug of choice for treatment of above side
effect.
17.
(e)
18.
(c) Coagucheck is a new device for
controled of Coumadin therapy. It helps to
measure prothrombin time.
19.
(e) Allegra (Fexofenadine) is an active
metabolite of Seldane (Terfenadine). Liver
metabolism of Allegra is negligible compared
to Seldane. It is antihistamine agent with
low sedation properties. It is a H1 receptor
antagonist useful for treatment of allergy
problem.