This is part 1 of our top 200 drugs quizzes. This practice test covers 50 of the top 200 prescription drugs. These 50 drugs are some of the most common medications that you will encounter while working in a pharmacy. It is important to know them by their brand name as well as their generic name.
Directions: Each question gives the brand name of a prescription drug. Select the corresponding generic drug name from the list provided.
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Question 1 |
What is the generic name for Zyprexa?
quetiapine | |
loxapine | |
haloperidol | |
olanzapine |
Question 1 Explanation:
Zyprexa (olanzapine) an antipsychotic that is used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Question 2 |
What is the generic name for Spiriva?
albuterol | |
tiotropium | |
pirbuterol | |
bitolterol |
Question 2 Explanation:
Spiriva (tiotropium) is a long-acting bronchodilator that is used in the management of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Question 3 |
What is the generic name for Lantus?
insuline lispro | |
insulin glargine | |
insuline detemir | |
insulin glulisine |
Question 3 Explanation:
Lantus (insulin glargine) is a long-acting form of insulin used to treat type 1 or type 2 diabetes.
Question 4 |
What is the generic name for Zetia?
niacin/lovastatin | |
ezetimibe | |
cholestyramine | |
amlodipine/atorvastatin |
Question 4 Explanation:
Zetia (ezetimibe) lowers cholesterol levels by decreasing cholesterol absorption in the small intestine.
Question 5 |
What is the generic name for Januvia?
acarbose | |
pramlintide | |
glipizide | |
sitagliptin |
Question 5 Explanation:
Januvia (sitagliptin) is an antihyperglycemic that is used in the treatment of diabetes.
Question 6 |
What is the generic name for Plavix?
urokinase | |
alteplase | |
clonidine | |
clopidogrel |
Question 6 Explanation:
Plavix (clopidogrel) is an antiplatelet agent that is used to inhibit blood clots and to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
Question 7 |
What is the generic name for Aricept?
memantine | |
donepezil | |
galantamine | |
tacrine |
Question 7 Explanation:
Aricept (donepezil) is used to improve the cognition and behavior of people with Alzheimer's.
Question 8 |
What is the generic name for Protonix?
esomeprazole | |
propranolol | |
famotidine | |
pantoprazole |
Question 8 Explanation:
Protonix (pantoprazole) is a proton pump inhibitor used for the treatment of stomach ulcers.
Question 9 |
What is the generic name for Tamiflu?
acyclovir | |
valacyclovir | |
vancomycin | |
oseltamivir |
Question 9 Explanation:
Tamiflu (oseltamivir) is an antiviral medication that is used to treat influenza (flu).
Question 10 |
What is the generic name for TriCor?
colesevelam | |
clofibrate | |
colestipole | |
fenofibrate |
Question 10 Explanation:
TriCor (fenofibrate) is used to reduce cholesterol levels in people at risk of cardiovascular disease.
Question 11 |
What is the generic name for Suboxone?
buprenorphine/naloxone | |
pentazocine/naloxone | |
propoxyphene/acetaminophen | |
hydrocodone/acetaminophen |
Question 11 Explanation:
Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) is a combination drug that is used in the treatment of opioid dependence.
Question 12 |
What is the generic name for Pravachol?
pravastatin | |
simvastatin | |
atorvastatin | |
pitavastatin |
Question 12 Explanation:
Pravachol (pravastatin) is a statin medication that is used for preventing cardiovascular disease in those at high risk.
Question 13 |
What is the generic name for Wellbutrin?
bupropion | |
trazodone | |
tramadol | |
buspirone |
Question 13 Explanation:
Wellbutrin (bupropion) is an atypical antidepressant used to treat major depressive disorder and to support smoking cessation.
Question 14 |
What is the generic name for Celebrex?
citalopram | |
celecoxib | |
cefoxitin | |
cefotaxime |
Question 14 Explanation:
Celebrex (celecoxib) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that relieves pain and inflammation. It is used to treat arthritis and acute pain.
Question 15 |
What is the generic name for Cymbalta?
sertraline | |
citalopram | |
duloxetine | |
fluoxetine |
Question 15 Explanation:
Cymbalta (duloxetine) is used to treat major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, fibromyalgia, and neuropathic pain.
Question 16 |
What is the generic name for Vyvanse?
desipramine | |
methylphenidate | |
lisdexamfetamine | |
atomoxetine |
Question 16 Explanation:
Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) is a stimulant that is used in the treatment of ADHD and binge eating disorder.
Question 17 |
What is the generic name for Crestor?
pravastatin | |
simvastatin | |
atorvastatin | |
rosuvastatin |
Question 17 Explanation:
Crestor (rosuvastatin) is a statin that is used to treat high cholesterol and to prevent cardiovascular disease.
Question 18 |
What is the generic name for Synthroid?
levothyroxine | |
liothyronine | |
liotrix | |
lithostat |
Question 18 Explanation:
Synthroid (levothyroxine) is a synthetic thyroid hormone that is used to treat thyroid hormone deficiency.
Question 19 |
What is the generic name for Lyrica?
primidone | |
clonazepam | |
pregabalin | |
phenytoin |
Question 19 Explanation:
Lyrica (pregabalin) is used to treat epilepsy, neuropathic pain, fibromyalgia, and generalized anxiety disorder.
Question 20 |
What is the generic name for Lexapro?
diazepam | |
citalopram | |
escitalopram | |
lorazepam |
Question 20 Explanation:
Lexapro (escitalopram) is an antidepressant that is used to treat major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder.
Question 21 |
What is the generic name for Xalatan?
bimatoprost | |
latanoprost | |
unoprostone | |
travoprost |
Question 21 Explanation:
Xalatan (latanoprost) is administered into the eyes to control the progression of glaucoma or ocular hypertension, by reducing intraocular pressure.
Question 22 |
What is the generic name for Diovan?
valsartan | |
doxazosin | |
losartan | |
prazosin |
Question 22 Explanation:
Diovan (valsartan) is used for the treatment of high blood pressure and congestive heart failure.
Question 23 |
What is the generic name for Benicar?
losartan | |
olmesartan | |
valsartan | |
irbesartan |
Question 23 Explanation:
Benicar (olmesartan) is used to treat high blood pressure.
Question 24 |
What is the generic name for Seroquel?
quetiapine | |
olanzapine/fluoxetine | |
olanzapine | |
clozapine |
Question 24 Explanation:
Seroquel (quetiapine) is an antipsychotic used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder.
Question 25 |
What is the generic name for NovoLog?
insulin lispro | |
insulin glulisine | |
insulin detemir | |
insulin aspart |
Question 25 Explanation:
NovoLog (insulin aspart) is a fast-acting insulin that is used in the treatment of patients with diabetes in order to control hyperglycemia.
Question 26 |
What is the generic name for Levaquin?
levofloxacin | |
cinoxacin | |
lomefloxacin | |
ciprofloxacin |
Question 26 Explanation:
Levaquin (levofloxacin) is an antibiotic that is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Question 27 |
What is the generic name for Combivent Respimat?
budesonide/formoterol | |
ipratropium bromide/albuterol | |
fluticasone/salmeterol | |
tiotropium bromide |
Question 27 Explanation:
Combivent Respimat (ipratropium bromide/albuterol) is a combination drug that is used to treat COPD in patients who require more than one bronchodilator.
Question 28 |
What is the generic name for Cialis?
tadalafil | |
vardenafil | |
enalapril | |
sildenafil |
Question 28 Explanation:
Cialis (tadalafil) is used to treat erectile dysfunction.
Question 29 |
What is the generic name for Actos?
pioglitazone | |
mupirocin | |
metformin | |
rosiglitazone |
Question 29 Explanation:
Actos (pioglitazone) is used to lower blood glucose levels in the treatment of diabetes.
Question 30 |
What is the generic name for Symbicort?
fluticasone/salmeterol | |
budesonide/formoterol | |
ipratropium bromide/albuterol | |
fexofenadine/pseudoephedrine |
Question 30 Explanation:
Symbicort (budesonide/formoterol) is a combination drug that is used in the management of asthma and COPD.
Question 31 |
What is the generic name for OxyContin?
oxaprozin | |
morphine | |
oxycodone | |
codeine |
Question 31 Explanation:
OxyContin (oxycodone) is an opioid used for the relief of moderate to severe pain.
Question 32 |
What is the generic name for Lipitor?
simvastatin | |
lovastatin | |
atorvastatin | |
fluvastatin |
Question 32 Explanation:
Lipitor (atorvastatin) is a statin that used to prevent cardiovascular disease.
Question 33 |
What is the generic name for Vytorin?
amlodipine/atorvastatin | |
fenofibrate | |
ezetimibe/simvastatin | |
niacin/lovastatin |
Question 33 Explanation:
Vytorin (ezetimibe/simvastatin) is a combination drug used to lower the production of cholesterol and the absorption of cholesterol.
Question 34 |
What is the generic name for Mobic?
mirapex | |
meloxicam | |
metformin | |
metoprolol tartrate |
Question 34 Explanation:
Mobic (meloxicam) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is used to treat pain and inflammation in rheumatic diseases and osteoarthritis.
Question 35 |
What is the generic name for Namenda?
donepezil | |
galantamine | |
tacrine | |
memantine |
Question 35 Explanation:
Namenda (memantine) is used for the treatment of moderate-to-severe Alzheimer's disease.
Question 36 |
What is the generic name for Singulair?
zafirlukast | |
montelukast | |
zileuton | |
mometasone furoate |
Question 36 Explanation:
Singulair (montelukast) is used to treat asthma and to relieve symptoms of seasonal allergies.
Question 37 |
What is the generic name for Coreg?
losartan | |
carvedilol | |
citalopram | |
atenolol |
Question 37 Explanation:
Coreg (carvedilol) is a medication used to treat high blood pressure and congestive heart failure.
Question 38 |
What is the generic name for Diflucan?
doxazosin | |
raloxifine | |
flomax | |
fluconazole |
Question 38 Explanation:
Diflucan (fluconazole) is an antifungal medication that is used to treat a variety of fungal infections.
Question 39 |
What is the generic name for Viagra?
verapamil | |
sildenafil | |
vardenafil | |
tadalafil |
Question 39 Explanation:
Viagra (sildenafil) is used to treat erectile dysfunction.
Question 40 |
What is the generic name for Concerta?
clonidine | |
pemoline | |
desipramine | |
methylphenidate |
Question 40 Explanation:
Concerta (methylphenidate) is a stimulant that is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy.
Question 41 |
What is the generic name for Yaz?
ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone | |
etonogestrel/ethinyl estradiol | |
ezetimibe/simvastatin | |
ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone |
Question 41 Explanation:
Yaz (ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone) is a combined oral contraceptive (birth control pill). It is also used to treat acne and premenstrual dysphoric disorder.
Question 42 |
What is the generic name for Ambien?
lorazepam | |
eszopiclone | |
zolpidem | |
alprazolam |
Question 42 Explanation:
Ambien (zolpidem) is a sedative that is used for the treatment of insomnia.
Question 43 |
What is the generic name for Prilosec?
pantoprazole | |
lansoprazole | |
paroxetine | |
omeprazole |
Question 43 Explanation:
Prilosec (omeprazole) is a proton-pump inhibitor used for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), peptic ulcer disease, and Zollinger–Ellison syndrome.
Question 44 |
What is the generic name for Nexium?
lansoprazole | |
omeprazole | |
esomeprazole | |
olmesartan |
Question 44 Explanation:
Nexium (esomeprazole) is a proton-pump inhibitor which reduces stomach acid. It is used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease and duodenal ulcers.
Question 45 |
What is the generic name for Adderall?
dexmethylphenidate | |
amphetamine/dextroamphetamine | |
lisdexamfetamin dimesylate | |
clonidine |
Question 45 Explanation:
Adderall (amphetamine/dextroamphetamine) is a combination drug that is used in the treatment of ADHD and narcolepsy.
Question 46 |
What is the generic name for Abilify?
loxapine | |
zonisamide | |
promazine | |
aripiprazole |
Question 46 Explanation:
Abilify (aripiprazole) is an antipsychotic that is used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Question 47 |
What is the generic name for Advair Diskus?
fluticasone/salmeterol | |
prednisone | |
flunisolide | |
mometasone furoate |
Question 47 Explanation:
Advair Diskus (fluticasone/salmeterol) is combination drug that is used in the management of asthma and COPD.
Question 48 |
What is the generic name for Cozaar?
lisinopril | |
losartan | |
benazepril | |
valsartan |
Question 48 Explanation:
Cozaar (losartan) is mainly used to treat high blood pressure.
Question 49 |
What is the generic name for Effexor XR?
duloxetine | |
escitalopram | |
venlafaxine | |
citalopram |
Question 49 Explanation:
Effexor XR (venlafaxine) is an antidepressant that is used to treat major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and social phobia.
Question 50 |
What is the generic name for Prozac?
fluoxetine | |
escitalopram | |
paroxetine | |
citalopram |
Question 50 Explanation:
Prozac (fluoxetine) is an antidepressant of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class.
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