Levofloxacin (Levaquin), used to treat acute bacterial prostatitis, is a:
fluoroquinolone.
penicillin.
macrolide.
tetracycline.
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Ciprofloxacin, used for the treatment of bacterial prostatitis, is a potent CYP1A2 inhibitor and is absolutely contraindicated with other CYP1A2 inhibitors. An example of another CYP1A2 inhibitor is:
ketoconazole.
tizanidine (Zanaflex).
fluoxetine hydrochloride (Sarafem).
celecoxib (Celebrex).
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A 33-year-old man has been taking sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim for the treatment of bacterial prostatitis. Brand names of this medication do NOT include:
Azulfidine.
Bactrim DS.
SMX-TMP DS.
Sulfatrim.
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Patients with uncomplicated acute bacterial prostatitis who are NOT good candidates for treatment with a fluoroquinolone should take:
levofloxacin.
azithromycin.
trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole.
ceftriaxone.
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PDE-5 inhibitors, such as tadalafil (Cialis) for the treatment of erectile dysfunction, should be avoided in patients with:
infertility.
a history of epididymitis.
benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
recent ST elevation myocardial infection (STEMI).
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The choice for initial treatment of acute bacterial prostatitis is:
doxycycline (Vibramycin).
ceftriaxone (Rocephin).
ciprofloxacin (Cipro).
azithromycin (Zithromax).
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Patients who take sildenafil (Viagra) for the treatment of erectile dysfunction, should be instructed to avoid:
the ingestion of grapefruit-containing products.
dark green, leafy vegetables.
night time dosing.
omega-3 fatty acids.
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To help with symptoms of chronic prostatitis, in addition to antibiotics, consider adjunctive therapy with an:
alpha adrenergic antagonist.
anticholinergic.
antispasmodic agent.
antiandrogenic agent.
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Patients taking vardenafil (Levitra) should be advised to immediately report:
headache.
flushing.
priapism.
nausea.
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Initial and routine monitoring for patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) who are receiving tamsulosin (Flomax) should include:
renal function tests.
liver function tests.
prostate specific antigen.
post-residual void volume.
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The recommended pharmacological treatment for phimosis in an adult man is a(n):
alpha adrenergic antagonist.
anticholinergic.
antispasmodic agent.
topical steroid ointment.
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Doxycycline (Doryx) is LEAST effective in the treatment of:
Ureaplasmaurealyticum.
Moraxella catarrhalis.
Chlamydia trachomatis.
Escherichia coli.
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PDE-5 inhibitors, such as vardenafil (Levitra), are indicated in the treatment of:
benign prostatic hyperplasia.
infertility.
erectile dysfunction.
post-void incontinence.
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Concomitant administration of sildenafil (Viagra) should be avoided with:
ketoconazole.
ciprofloxacin (Cipro).
doxepin (Silenor).
glipizide (Glucotrol).
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A 65-year-old man who is receiving finasteride (Proscar) for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is exhibiting progressive symptoms. To reduce these symptoms, prescribe:
oxybutynin (Ditropan).
dutasteride (Avodart).
doxazosin (Cardura).
nitrofurantoin (Macrobid).
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5-alpha reductase inhibitors are used in the treatment of:
erectile dysfunction.
urge incontinence.
benign prostatic hyperplasia.
nocturia.
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The recommended treatment for uncomplicated acute bacterial prostatitis caused by Neisseria gonorrhea is:
azithromycin (Zithromax) 1 gram orally.
ciprofloxacin (Cipro) 500 mg orally twice daily plus trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim) 1 tab twice daily.
azithromycin (Zithromax) 500 mg daily x 14 days orally plus ceftriaxone (Rocephin) 250 mg intramuscularly.
azithromycin (Zithromax) 1 gram orally plus doxycycline (Doryx) 100 mg.
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A 20-year-old man with phimosis should be instructed to apply betamethasone (Sernivo) 0.05% cream at least twice daily for:
3 days.
7 days.
3 weeks.
6 weeks.
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Doxycycline (Doryx) is classified as a:
penicillin.
macrolide.
cephalosporin (3rd generation).
tetracycline.
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A 58-year-old man is receiving dutasteride (Avodart) for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Avodart, a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor:
reduces prostate specific antigen levels.
decreases the risk of developing high-grade prostate cancer.
does not have an effect on acute urinary retention.
reduces the motility, concentration and morphology of semen.
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Initial treatment of acute prostatitis should be guided by urinalysis and culture, and antibiotic therapy should be given for at least:
10 days.
14 days.
21 days.
30 days.
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Which of the following is NOT a fluoroquinolone used to treat prostatitis?
Cipro.
Levaquin.
Floxin.
Keflex.
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Fluoroquinolones used to treat prostatitis are NOT effective against:
Proteus mirabilis.
Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Escherichia coli.
Enterococcus faecalis.
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Patients who are on prolonged fluoroquinolones (i.e. ciprofloxacin) for the treatment of chronic prostatitis should be advised to immediately report:
blurred vision and tinnitus.
diarrhea or sudden ankle pain.
orthostatic hypotension and dizziness.
malaise or myalgias.
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Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim (Bactrim), for the treatment of acute bacterial prostatitis, should NOT be prescribed for patients with:
megaloblastic anemia due to folic acid deficiency.
mild to moderate renal insufficiency.
hyperkalemia.
bronchial asthma.
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Ciprofloxacin (Cipro) is a broad spectrum:
macrolide.
cephalosporin.
fluoroquinolone.
tetracycline.
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Due to the risk of severe hypotension, patients who are taking sildenafil (Viagra) should be advised to avoid:
metoprolol (Lopressor).
lisinopril (Prinivil).
nitroglycerin (Nitrostat).
amlodipine (Norvasc).
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A 27-year-old man is being treated for epididymitis with doxycycline (Doryx). The patient should be advised that doxycycline may cause:
photosensitivity.
blurred vision.
diarrhea.
tinnitus.
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Empiric antibiotic treatment of epididymitis in a 68-year-old man is:
azithromycin (Zithromax) and doxycycline (Doryx).
trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim) and ciprofloxacin (Cipro).
trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim) and ceftriaxone (Rocephin).
doxycycline (Doryx) and ceftriaxone (Rocephin).
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Finasteride (Proscar) is an:
alpha-adrenergic antagonist.
anticholinergic.
anti-spasmodic agent.
5-alpha reductase inhibitor.
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In the treatment of prostatitis, antibiotics that do NOT penetrate well into the prostate and seminal fluids include:
fluoroquinolones.
cephalosporins.
trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole.
macrolides.
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A 60-year-old man who is treated with tamsulosin (Flomax) for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) should NOT be treated concomitantly with:
hyoscyamine (Levsin).
buspirone (BuSpar).
sildenafil (Viagra).
sumatriptan (Imitrex).
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Which of the following is a PDE-5 inhibitor indicated in the treatment of erectile dysfunction and benign prostatic hypertrophy?
Dutasteride (Avodart)
Doxazosin (Cardura)
Finasteride (Proscar)
Tadalafil (Cialis)
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PDE-5 inhibitors, such as tadalafil (Cialis) for the treatment of erectile dysfunction, should be used with caution in patients who have:
chronic migraines.
a history of pancreatitis.
sickle cell anemia.
glaucoma.
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A 57-year-old man has chronic prostatitis with a causative organism that is resistant to fluoroquinolones. The patient has an allergy to sulfa drugs. The next best treatment option is:
levofloxacin (Levaquin).
nitrofurantoin (Macrobid).
doxycycline (Doryx).
clindamycin (Cleocin).
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To avoid reducing the effectiveness of doxycycline (Doryx) for the treatment of epididymitis, it should not be taken concomitantly with:
hydrocodone (Zohydro ER).
carbamazepine (Tegretol).
amitriptyline (Elavil).
terazosin (Hytrin).
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Patients receiving 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors should see maximum efficacy at approximately:
1 month.
2 months.
4 months.
6 months.
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A 65-year-old man with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is treated with tamsulosin (Flomax). Potential side effects are:
hypertension and headache.
excessive ejaculation and incontinence.
fatigue and increased low-density lipoproteins.
orthostatic hypotension and dizziness.
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A 55-year-old man with benign prostatic hypertrophy has overflow incontinence. The first-line treatment is:
mirabegron (Myrbetriq).
Flavoxate (Urispas).
solifenacin (Vesicare).
tamsulosin (Flomax).
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Suppressive antibiotic therapy for chronic bacterial prostatitis is:
ciprofloxacin (Cipro) 500 mg daily for 14 days.
cephalexin (Keflex) 500 mg twice daily for 30 days.
trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim DS) twice daily for 21 days.
trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim DS) daily, chronically or until urine culture is clear.
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To avoid esophageal irritation, patients taking doxycycline (Doryx) for the treatment of epididymitis should be advised to:
take with food.
take with milk.
take with Pepto-Bismol.
avoid taking just before bed.
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Which of the following is an alpha 1 adrenergic antagonist used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia?
Oxybutynin (Ditropan)
Tolterodine (Detrol)
Solifenacin (Vesicare)
Doxazosin (Cardura)
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Treatment of chronic prostatitis may require prolonged antibiotic regimens, up to:
14 days.
21 days.
28 days.
90 days.
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A 45-year-old man is receiving finasteride (Proscar) for the symptomatic treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. The patient should be advised that:
prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels may increase.
it should be crushed and taken with food.
his medication should not be handled by a pregnant or lactating relative.
he will see benefits of therapy within 2-3 months of initiation.
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A 24-year-old man patient treated for epididymitis caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae should be advised that:
partners do not require treatment.
partner therapy is recommended.
sexual intercourse should be avoided for 6 weeks.
infertility is not associated with epididymitis.
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A common side effect associated with sildenafil (Viagra) is:
arthralgia.
myositis.
nasal congestion.
dysuria.
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Alpha-adrenergic antagonists for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH):
block alpha adrenergic receptors.
interfere with the release of potassium.
inhibit muscarinic activity of acetylcholine.
interfere with the release of calcium.
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The generic name for Levitra is:
avanafil.
vardenafil.
tadalafil.
sildenafil.
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Patients taking tamsulosin (Flomax) should be advised to seek immediate medical attention for:
decrease libido.
priapism.
dizziness.
back pain.
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Concomitant administration of sildenafil (Viagra) and tamsulosin (Flomax) may result in:
dysarthria.
migraine headaches.
erectile dysfunction.
symptomatic hypotension.
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The brand name for sildenafil is:
Levitra.
Cialis.
Staxyn.
Viagra.
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Empiric treatment of epididymitis in a 28-year-old sexually active man is:
trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim) and ciprofloxacin (Cipro).
azithromycin (Zithromax) and doxycycline (Doryx).
trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim) and ceftriaxone (Rocephin).
doxycycline (Doryx) and ceftriaxone (Rocephin).
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Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim DS) for the treatment of acute bacterial prostatitis is NOT effective against:
Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Escherichia coli.
Proteus mirabilis.
Enterobacteriaceae (coliforms). [Show Less]