Ophthalmic, Otic, and Oral Disorders Tier1 and 2

A patient is looking for the brand of carbamide peroxide. One correct brand of this product is which of the following?

• Cepacol

• Abreva

• Domeboro

• Debrox

Pataday has the following correct drug classification and self-care indication pair:

• Ophthalmic antihistamine / ocular dryness

• Ophthalmic antihistamine / allergic conjunctivitis

• Oral lubricant / xerostomia

• Cerumenolytic / earwax removal aid

Benzocaine is classified as which of the following?

• Astringent

• Topical analgesic

• Local anesthetic

• Topical antiviral

Which of the following agents would be found in the antiseptic section of the OTC aisles?

• Nasal saline

• Hydrogen peroxide

• Carbamide peroxide

• Zinc

Which of the following brand/generic pairings is correct?

• Abreva/docosanol

• Zaditor/artificial tears

• Mucinex/oral menthol

• Nicorette/niacin

A patient calls the pharmacy to inquire about a product she just saw on a commercial for glaucoma called “Lumify.” You correctly tell her this agent is available in the form of an:

• Otic solution.

• Ophthalmic gel.

• Ophthalmic solution.

• Oral tablet.

An example of an ocular lubricant to recommend to a patient for self-treatment is which of the following?

• Carbamide peroxide

• Cryotherapy

• Artificial tears

• Salicylic acid

Some artificial saliva products have significant amounts of which of the following requiring some patients, especially those with renal failure, to use cautiously?

• Electrolytes

• Lubricants

• Sugars

• Proteins

Which of the following is INCORRECT to tell your patient as you counsel him about artificial tears solution?

• Do not use if you wear contact lenses.

• Do not use if solution is cloudy

• Do not touch tip of container to any surface to avoid contamination.

• Instill 1–2 drops in affected eye(s) prn ocular dryness.

When counseling your patient on the use of docosanol, it is correct to tell her which of the following?

• Start using at the first sign of lesion symptoms.

• Apply a thin layer to affected area(s) 3 times/day.

• Docosanol is available as a topical cream and spray.

• Docosanol is indicated to self-treat canker sores