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Example Question #171 : Pharmacology
Foscarent is toxic to which of the following organs?
Possible Answers:
Liver
Kidneys
Bladder
Heart
Correct answer:
Kidneys
Explanation:
Foscarent can cause damage to the kidneys. To reduce the damaging effect, the patient may be put on intravenous fluids.
Example Question #1 : Antiviral Pharmacology
What is acyclovir's mechanism of action?
Possible Answers:
Neuraminidase inhibitor
Guanosine analog
M2 channel inhibitor
Reverse transcriptase blocker
Correct answer:
Guanosine analog
Explanation:
Acyclovir is a guanosine analog, which works by inhibiting viral DNA polymerase. This slows down the rate at which viruses can replicate. Acyclovir is used primarily in the treatment of herpes simplex viruses 1 and 2, chickenpox, and shingles.
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