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PTCB Drug Test #5 2 Flashcards

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  1. What is the brand name for alendronate?

    Answer: Fosamax

    Fosamax is the brand name for alendronate, a bisphosphonate used to treat osteoporosis and Paget's disease. Patients should take it with 8 oz of water and remain upright for 30 minutes.

  2. Which of the following is a correct description of a "black box warning"?

    Answer: The highest level FDA safety warning placed on drug labeling

    A black box warning (boxed warning) is the FDA's strongest warning, required when a drug carries a significant risk of serious or life-threatening adverse effects. It appears in a black-bordered box on the label.

  3. A prescription calls for Amoxicillin 40 mg/kg/day divided TID for a child weighing 33 lbs. What is the total daily dose?

    Answer: 600 mg

    33 lbs ÷ 2.2 = 15 kg. Daily dose = 15 kg x 40 mg/kg = 600 mg/day (200 mg per dose, TID).

  4. Aripiprazole (Abilify) belongs to which drug class?

    Answer: Atypical antipsychotic

    Aripiprazole (Abilify) is an atypical antipsychotic (partial D2 and 5-HT1A agonist) used for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and as an adjunct for major depression.

  5. Which of the following drugs is classified as a Schedule V controlled substance?

    Answer: Codeine cough syrup (≤200 mg/100mL)

    Certain codeine cough preparations containing ≤200 mg of codeine per 100 mL are Schedule V. These may be dispensed without a prescription in some states with pharmacist oversight.

  6. Which of the following is NOT included in a valid prescription?

    Answer: Prescriber's home address

    A valid prescription requires patient info, drug details, directions, quantity, refills, prescriber name/address/DEA (for controlled substances) — but the prescriber's HOME address is not required, only their practice address.