Dental Medicine Pharmacology Quiz

What is the major site where 99% of filtered calcium is reabsorbed in the body?

• Liver

• Bone

• Kidney

• Intestine

Which of the following is an endogenous agent involved in bone mineral homeostasis?

• Alendronate

• Vitamin D

• Bisphosphonates

• Fluoride

What is the main therapeutic use of vitamin D?

• Treatment of glaucoma

• Treatment of hypertension

• Prevention of rickets

• Treatment of diabetes

Which of the following is a major adverse effect of bisphosphonates?

• Osteonecrosis of the jaw

• Hypertension

• Euphoria

• Hirsutism

What is the main metabolic effect of glucocorticoids on carbohydrates?

• Increase blood glucose

• Increase fat metabolism

• Decrease blood glucose

• Decrease fat metabolism

What is the main anti-inflammatory effect of glucocorticoids?

• Decrease inflammation

• Increase fibrosis

• Increase inflammation

• Decrease fibrosis

Which of the following is a precaution for glucocorticoid use?

• Diet rich in calcium

• Diet rich in proteins

• Diet rich in potassium

• Diet rich in sodium

What is the main effect of glucocorticoids on salt and water metabolism?

• Decrease water retention

• Decrease potassium excretion

• Increase sodium reabsorption

• Increase calcium absorption

What is the main effect of vitamin D on serum calcium levels?

• No effect on calcium levels

• Decrease phosphate levels

• Decrease calcium levels

• Increase calcium levels

Which of the following is an indication for the use of glucocorticoids?

• Organ transplantation

• Allergic conditions

• Osteoporosis

• Hypercalcemia