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  1. Which drug class does sertraline belong to?

    Answer: SSRI

    Sertraline (Zoloft) is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor used for depression and anxiety.

  2. What is the generic name for Synthroid?

    Answer: Levothyroxine

    Synthroid's generic name is levothyroxine, used to treat hypothyroidism by replacing T4.

  3. Which of the following is an ACE inhibitor?

    Answer: Lisinopril

    Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor that prevents conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II.

  4. Albuterol is used primarily for which condition?

    Answer: Asthma

    Albuterol is a short-acting beta-2 agonist bronchodilator used for acute asthma relief.

  5. Which drug is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI)?

    Answer: Pantoprazole

    Pantoprazole (Protonix) irreversibly inhibits the gastric proton pump to reduce acid secretion.

  6. What is the brand name of amlodipine?

    Answer: Norvasc

    Amlodipine is sold under the brand name Norvasc and is a calcium channel blocker for hypertension.