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  • 1. 

    Name the generic of nizoral?

    • A.

      Sertraline

    • B.

      Ketoconazole

    • C.

      Citalopram

    Correct Answer
    B. Ketoconazole
    Explanation
    Nizoral is a brand name for the medication ketoconazole. Ketoconazole is an antifungal medication used to treat various fungal infections, including infections of the skin, scalp, and nails. It works by inhibiting the growth of fungi, thereby treating the infection. Sertraline and citalopram are both antidepressant medications and are not related to the generic name of Nizoral. Therefore, the correct answer is ketoconazole.

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  • 2. 

    What is the generic of diflucan?

    • A.

      Venlafaxine

    • B.

      Sertraline

    • C.

      Fluconazole

    Correct Answer
    C. Fluconazole
    Explanation
    The correct answer is fluconazole because it is the generic name for the medication Diflucan. Diflucan is commonly used to treat fungal infections such as yeast infections, and fluconazole is the active ingredient in this medication. Venlafaxine and sertraline are not related to Diflucan and are used for different purposes.

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  • 3. 

    What is the generic of oxycontin?

    • A.

      Propoxyphene

    • B.

      Mepridine

    • C.

      Oxycodone

    Correct Answer
    C. Oxycodone
    Explanation
    OxyContin is a brand name for the generic drug oxycodone. Therefore, the correct answer is oxycodone.

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  • 4. 

    What is the generic duramorph?

    • A.

      Morphine

    • B.

      Hydrocodone-acetaminophen

    • C.

      Atomexetine

    Correct Answer
    A. Morphine
    Explanation
    The generic name for Duramorph is morphine. Duramorph is a brand name for a medication that contains morphine, which is a strong opioid pain reliever. Morphine is commonly used to manage moderate to severe pain. It works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord, blocking pain signals and producing a sense of relaxation and euphoria.

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  • 5. 

    What is the generic of duragesic?

    • A.

      Venlafaxine

    • B.

      Paroxetine

    • C.

      Fentanyl transdermal patch

    Correct Answer
    C. Fentanyl transdermal patch
    Explanation
    The generic name for Duragesic is fentanyl transdermal patch. Duragesic is a brand name medication that contains fentanyl, a potent opioid used for pain management. The generic name refers to the active ingredient in the medication, which is fentanyl, and the transdermal patch delivery system. Venlafaxine and paroxetine are not related to Duragesic and are used for different purposes.

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  • 6. 

    What is the generic of demerol?

    • A.

      Acetaminophen-oxydocone

    • B.

      Mepridine

    • C.

      Ketoconazole

    Correct Answer
    B. Mepridine
    Explanation
    The generic name for Demerol is meperidine. Meperidine is a synthetic opioid analgesic that is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord, reducing the perception of pain. Meperidine is commonly prescribed for postoperative pain, labor pain, and other acute pain conditions. It is important to note that Demerol is a brand name for meperidine, and there may be other brand names or generic versions of the medication available.

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  • 7. 

    What is the generic of dilaudid?

    • A.

      Oxycodone

    • B.

      Hydromorphone

    • C.

      Morphine

    Correct Answer
    B. Hydromorphone
    Explanation
    Hydromorphone is the generic name of Dilaudid. Dilaudid is a brand name for the medication that contains hydromorphone as its active ingredient. Therefore, hydromorphone is the correct answer as it directly corresponds to the generic name of Dilaudid.

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  • 8. 

    What is the generic of darvon?

    • A.

      Ketoconazole

    • B.

      Sumatriptan

    • C.

      Propoxyphene

    Correct Answer
    C. Propoxyphene
    Explanation
    Propoxyphene is the generic name for Darvon. Generic names are the non-proprietary names given to drugs, which are usually derived from the drug's chemical structure. In this case, propoxyphene is the generic name for the medication Darvon, which is a narcotic pain reliever. Ketoconazole and sumatriptan are different medications and not the generic name for Darvon.

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  • 9. 

    What is the generic of percocet?

    • A.

      Acetaminophen-oxycoden

    • B.

      Venlafaxine

    • C.

      Sumatriptan

    Correct Answer
    A. Acetaminophen-oxycoden
    Explanation
    The generic name for Percocet is acetaminophen-oxycodone. This is the active ingredient in Percocet and is a combination of acetaminophen, a pain reliever and fever reducer, and oxycodone, a narcotic pain medication. Venlafaxine and sumatriptan are unrelated medications and not the generic name for Percocet.

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  • 10. 

    What is the generic of vicodin?

    • A.

      Hydrocodone-acetaminophen

    • B.

      Fluoxetine

    • C.

      Paroxetine

    Correct Answer
    A. Hydrocodone-acetaminophen
    Explanation
    The generic name of Vicodin is hydrocodone-acetaminophen. Vicodin is a combination medication that contains hydrocodone, an opioid pain reliever, and acetaminophen, a non-opioid pain reliever. The generic name refers to the active ingredients in the medication, which are hydrocodone and acetaminophen. Fluoxetine and paroxetine are not generic names for Vicodin.

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  • 11. 

    What is the generic of darvocet-n 100?

    • A.

      Propoxyphene-acetaminophen

    • B.

      Acetaminophen-codeine

    • C.

      Hydrocodone-acetaminophen

    Correct Answer
    A. Propoxyphene-acetaminophen
    Explanation
    The generic name for Darvocet-N 100 is propoxyphene-acetaminophen. This is because Darvocet-N 100 is a combination medication that contains both propoxyphene and acetaminophen as its active ingredients. Acetaminophen-codeine and hydrocodone-acetaminophen are different combinations of medications that contain different active ingredients, therefore they are not the correct generic name for Darvocet-N 100.

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  • 12. 

    What is the generic of percodan?

    • A.

      Atomexetine

    • B.

      Oxycodone-aspirin

    • C.

      Hydromorphone

    Correct Answer
    B. Oxycodone-aspirin
    Explanation
    The generic name of Percodan is oxycodone-aspirin. Percodan is a combination medication that contains oxycodone, an opioid pain reliever, and aspirin, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It is commonly prescribed for the relief of moderate to severe pain. Therefore, the correct answer is oxycodone-aspirin.

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  • 13. 

    What is the generic of tylenol #2,#3,#4?

    • A.

      Morphine

    • B.

      Acetaminophen-codeine

    • C.

      Detoconazole

    Correct Answer
    B. Acetaminophen-codeine
    Explanation
    The generic of Tylenol #2, #3, and #4 is acetaminophen-codeine. Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and fever reducer, while codeine is an opioid medication used to treat mild to moderate pain. When combined, acetaminophen and codeine provide a stronger analgesic effect. Therefore, acetaminophen-codeine is the correct answer as it accurately represents the generic formulation of Tylenol #2, #3, and #4.

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  • 14. 

    What is the generic of imitrex?

    • A.

      Paroxetine

    • B.

      Sumatriptan

    • C.

      Fluoxetine

    Correct Answer
    B. Sumatriptan
    Explanation
    The generic name of Imitrex is sumatriptan. This means that sumatriptan is the active ingredient in Imitrex and is the name used to identify the medication in its generic form. Paroxetine and fluoxetine are not the generic names of Imitrex and are unrelated medications.

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  • 15. 

    What is the generic of strattera?

    • A.

      Escitalopram

    • B.

      Paroxetine

    • C.

      Atomexetine

    Correct Answer
    C. Atomexetine
    Explanation
    The correct answer is atomexetine. Strattera is a brand name for the medication atomoxetine, which is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Therefore, atomexetine is the generic name for Strattera. Escitalopram and paroxetine are not related to Strattera and are used to treat depression and anxiety disorders.

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  • 16. 

    What is the generic of zoloft?

    • A.

      Sertraline

    • B.

      Venlafaxine

    • C.

      Propoxyphene-acetaminophen

    Correct Answer
    A. Sertraline
    Explanation
    Sertraline is the generic name for Zoloft, which is an antidepressant medication commonly prescribed to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), social anxiety disorder, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Therefore, sertraline is the correct answer as it is the generic equivalent of Zoloft.

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  • 17. 

    What is the generic of celexa?

    • A.

      Acetaminophen-codeine

    • B.

      Citalopram

    • C.

      Hydrocodone-acetaminophen

    Correct Answer
    B. Citalopram
    Explanation
    Citalopram is the generic name for Celexa. It is an antidepressant medication that belongs to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class. It is commonly prescribed to treat depression, anxiety disorders, and other related conditions.

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  • 18. 

    What is the generic of paxil?

    • A.

      Paroxetine

    • B.

      Sertraline

    • C.

      Acetaminophen-oxycodone

    Correct Answer
    A. Paroxetine
    Explanation
    The generic name of Paxil is paroxetine.

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  • 19. 

    What is the generic of prozac?

    • A.

      Fluoxetine

    • B.

      Venlafaxine

    • C.

      Atomexetine

    Correct Answer
    A. Fluoxetine
    Explanation
    The generic name of Prozac is fluoxetine.

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  • 20. 

    What is the generic of lexapro?

    • A.

      Paroxetine

    • B.

      Escitalopram

    • C.

      Mepridine

    Correct Answer
    B. Escitalopram
    Explanation
    Escitalopram is the generic name for Lexapro. Generic drugs are identical or bioequivalent to brand-name drugs in terms of dosage form, strength, route of administration, quality, and performance characteristics. In this case, escitalopram is the generic version of Lexapro, which means it contains the same active ingredient and is used to treat the same conditions as the brand-name drug. Therefore, escitalopram is the correct answer as it directly corresponds to the generic name of Lexapro.

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  • 21. 

    What is the generic of effexor?

    • A.

      Fluconazole

    • B.

      Venlafaxine

    • C.

      Paroxetine

    Correct Answer
    B. Venlafaxine
    Explanation
    The generic name of Effexor is venlafaxine. This means that venlafaxine is the name of the active ingredient in the medication, while Effexor is the brand name under which it is sold. Fluconazole and paroxetine are not the generic names of Effexor.

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  • 22. 

    What is the generic of bactrim?

    • A.

      Fluconazole

    • B.

      Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim

    • C.

      Paroxetine

    Correct Answer
    B. Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim
    Explanation
    The generic name of Bactrim is sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim. This medication is a combination of two antibiotics that work together to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Fluconazole and paroxetine are unrelated medications used to treat fungal infections and depression, respectively.

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  • 23. 

    What is the generic of flagyl?

    • A.

      Metronidazole

    • B.

      Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim

    • C.

      Paroxetine

    Correct Answer
    A. Metronidazole
    Explanation
    Metronidazole is the correct generic name for Flagyl. Flagyl is a brand name for the medication that contains the active ingredient metronidazole. Therefore, metronidazole is the generic name for Flagyl.

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  • 24. 

    What is the generic of macrobid?

    • A.

      Metronidazole

    • B.

      Nitrofurantoin

    • C.

      Valacyclovir

    Correct Answer
    B. Nitrofurantoin
    Explanation
    Nitrofurantoin is the generic name for Macrobid, which is an antibiotic used to treat urinary tract infections. Metronidazole is another antibiotic used to treat different types of infections, but it is not the generic name for Macrobid. Valacyclovir is an antiviral medication used to treat herpes infections and is not related to Macrobid. Therefore, the correct answer is nitrofurantoin.

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  • 25. 

    What is the generic of cleocin?

    • A.

      Metronidazole

    • B.

      Clindamycin

    • C.

      Valacyclovir

    Correct Answer
    B. Clindamycin
    Explanation
    The generic name for Cleocin is clindamycin. Cleocin is a brand name for the medication clindamycin, which is an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections. Therefore, clindamycin is the correct answer as it is the generic name for Cleocin.

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  • 26. 

    What is the generic of zithromax (z-pak)?

    • A.

      Metronidazole

    • B.

      Azithromycin

    • C.

      Valacyclovir

    Correct Answer
    B. Azithromycin
    Explanation
    Azithromycin is the generic name for Zithromax (Z-pak). This means that azithromycin is the active ingredient in Zithromax, a commonly prescribed antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections. Metronidazole and valacyclovir are different medications used to treat different types of infections, so they are not the correct generic names for Zithromax.

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  • 27. 

    What is the generic of ery-tap?

    • A.

      Ciprofloxacin

    • B.

      Azithromycin

    • C.

      Erythromycin base

    Correct Answer
    C. Erythromycin base
    Explanation
    Ery-Tap is a brand name for the medication erythromycin base. Therefore, the generic name for Ery-Tap is erythromycin base.

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  • 28. 

    What is the generic of biaxin?

    • A.

      Ciprofloxacin

    • B.

      Azithromycin

    • C.

      Clarithromycin

    Correct Answer
    C. Clarithromycin
    Explanation
    The generic name of Biaxin is clarithromycin.

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  • 29. 

    What is the generic of augmentin?

    • A.

      Amoxicillin/clavulanic

    • B.

      Azithromycin

    • C.

      Clarithromycin

    Correct Answer
    A. Amoxicillin/clavulanic
    Explanation
    The generic name of Augmentin is amoxicillin/clavulanic. Augmentin is a combination antibiotic medication that contains amoxicillin, which is a penicillin-type antibiotic, and clavulanic acid, which helps to prevent certain bacteria from becoming resistant to the antibiotic. This combination is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Azithromycin and clarithromycin are different types of antibiotics and are not the generic names for Augmentin.

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  • 30. 

    What is the generic of amoxil?

    • A.

      Amoxicillin/clavulanic

    • B.

      Azithromycin

    • C.

      Amoxicillin

    Correct Answer
    C. Amoxicillin
    Explanation
    Amoxil is a brand name for the generic drug amoxicillin. Therefore, the correct answer is amoxicillin.

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  • 31. 

    What is the generic of pen-vee k?

    • A.

      Amoxicillin/clavulanic

    • B.

      Penicillin vk

    • C.

      Amoxicillin

    Correct Answer
    B. Penicillin vk
    Explanation
    The correct answer is penicillin vk. Penicillin VK is the generic name for the antibiotic medication commonly known as Pen-Vee K. It is a type of penicillin antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections. Amoxicillin/clavulanic and amoxicillin are different types of antibiotics, but they are not the generic names for Pen-Vee K.

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  • 32. 

    What is the generic of cipro?

    • A.

      Mupirocin

    • B.

      Ciprofloxacin

    • C.

      Amoxicillin

    Correct Answer
    B. Ciprofloxacin
    Explanation
    The generic name of cipro is ciprofloxacin.

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  • 33. 

    What is the generic of minocin?

    • A.

      Mupirocin

    • B.

      Ciprofloxacin

    • C.

      Minocycline

    Correct Answer
    C. Minocycline
    Explanation
    Minocin is a brand name for the medication minocycline, which belongs to the tetracycline antibiotic class. Therefore, the generic name for Minocin is minocycline. Mupirocin and ciprofloxacin are different antibiotics and not the generic name for Minocin.

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  • 34. 

    What is the generic of achromycin?

    • A.

      Tetracycline

    • B.

      Clarithromycin

    • C.

      Minocycline

    Correct Answer
    A. Tetracycline
    Explanation
    Achromycin is a brand name for the antibiotic drug tetracycline. Tetracycline is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is commonly used to treat various bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria by preventing the production of essential proteins. Clarithromycin and minocycline are different antibiotics that belong to different classes and are not generics of Achromycin.

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  • 35. 

    What is the generic of periostat?

    • A.

      Tetracycline

    • B.

      Doxycycline

    • C.

      Minocycline

    Correct Answer
    B. Doxycycline
    Explanation
    Doxycycline is the correct answer because it is a member of the tetracycline antibiotic class, which includes drugs like periostat. It is commonly used to treat various infections caused by bacteria. Doxycycline has a broad spectrum of activity and is effective against a wide range of bacteria, making it a suitable generic alternative to periostat.

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  • 36. 

    What is the generic of bactroban?

    • A.

      Tetracycline

    • B.

      Mupirocin

    • C.

      Metronidazole

    Correct Answer
    B. Mupirocin
    Explanation
    Mupirocin is the correct answer because it is the generic name for the medication Bactroban. Mupirocin is an antibiotic that is used to treat skin infections caused by certain bacteria. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria on the skin. Tetracycline and metronidazole are different antibiotics that are used to treat other types of infections, but they are not the generic name for Bactroban.

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  • 37. 

    What is the generic of keflex?

    • A.

      Cefdinir

    • B.

      Mupirocin

    • C.

      Cephalexin

    Correct Answer
    C. Cephalexin
    Explanation
    The generic name of Keflex is cephalexin.

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  • 38. 

    What is the generic of omnicef?

    • A.

      Cefdinir

    • B.

      Amoxicillin

    • C.

      Cephalexin

    Correct Answer
    A. Cefdinir
    Explanation
    The generic name of Omnicef is cefdinir.

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  • 39. 

    What is the generic of zovirax?

    • A.

      Cefdinir

    • B.

      Acyclovir

    • C.

      Cephalexin

    Correct Answer
    B. Acyclovir
    Explanation
    The generic name of Zovirax is acyclovir. This means that acyclovir is the non-brand name or the active ingredient in the medication Zovirax. Cefdinir and cephalexin are unrelated drugs and not the generic name for Zovirax.

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  • 40. 

    What is the generic of valacyclovir?

    • A.

      Valacyclovir

    • B.

      Acyclovir

    • C.

      Cephalexin

    Correct Answer
    A. Valacyclovir
    Explanation
    Valacyclovir is the generic name of the medication itself. The generic name is the official, non-proprietary name given to a drug, which is usually derived from its chemical structure. Acyclovir and cephalexin are different medications and not the generic name for valacyclovir. Therefore, valacyclovir is the correct answer.

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  • 41. 

    What is the generic of mycelex?

    • A.

      Valacyclovir

    • B.

      Acyclovir

    • C.

      Clotrimazole

    Correct Answer
    C. Clotrimazole
    Explanation
    Clotrimazole is the correct answer because it is the generic name for the medication Mycelex. Mycelex is an antifungal medication used to treat various fungal infections. Valacyclovir and acyclovir are antiviral medications used to treat herpes infections, so they are not the correct generics for Mycelex.

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