PTCB Top 200 Drugs Quiz: Part 2 - PTCB Practice Test

Part 2 of our Top 200 Drugs quiz covers another 50 common prescription medications. The order of the questions is shuffled each time you take this practice test. You should go through it as many times as you need to in order to memorize all the brand and generic drug names. This is a great tool for your PTCB test prep.

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 Exelon?

A	memantine
B	enoxaparin
C	rivastigmine
D	donepezil

Question 1 Explanation:

Exelon (rivastigmine) is used to treat dementia in people with Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease.

Question 2

What is the generic name for Proventil?

A	ipratropium bromide
B	tiotropium bromide
C	levalbuterol
D	albuterol

Question 2 Explanation:

Proventil (albuterol) is a bronchodilator that relaxes muscles in the airways and increases air flow to the lungs. It is used to treat asthma, exercise-induced bronchospasm, and COPD.

Question 3

What is the generic name for Zantac?

A	ranitidine
B	allopurinal
C	sertraline
D	tizanidine

Question 3 Explanation:

Zantac (ranitidine) is a medication that decreases stomach acid production. It is used to treat peptic ulcer disease and gastroesophageal reflux disease.

Question 4

What is the generic name for Xarelto?

A	clopidogrel
B	dabigatran
C	rivaroxaban
D	enoxaparin

Question 4 Explanation:

Xarelto (rivaroxaban) is an anticoagulant that is used to prevent the formation of blood clots.

Question 5

What is the generic name for Zocor?

A	pravastatin
B	atorvastatin
C	simvastatin
D	rosuvastatin

Question 5 Explanation:

Zocor (simvastatin) is a statin that is used to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL and triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL).

Question 6

What is the generic name for Zoloft?

A	sertraline
B	desvenlafaxine
C	duloxetine
D	amitriptyline

Question 6 Explanation:

Zoloft (sertraline) is an antidepressant that is used to treat major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder.

Question 7

What is the generic name for Cipro?

A	citalopram
B	azithromycin
C	ciprofloxacin
D	levofloxacin

Question 7 Explanation:

Cipro (ciprofloxacin) is an antibiotic that is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.

Question 8

What is the generic name for Pataday?

A	olmesartan
B	omeprazole
C	olopatadine
D	olanzepine

Question 8 Explanation:

Pataday (olopatadine) is an antihistamine that is used to treat itching and redness in the eyes due to allergies.

Question 9

What is the generic name for Glucophage?

A	memantine
B	furosemide
C	metformin
D	glyburide

Question 9 Explanation:

Glucophage (metformin) is used to improve blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes.

Question 10

What is the generic name for Focalin XR?

A	dexmethylphenidate
B	methylphenidate
C	lisdexamfetamine
D	desvenlafaxine

Question 10 Explanation:

Focalin XR (dexmethylphenidate) is a stimulant that is used in the treatment of ADHD and narcolepsy.

Question 11

What is the generic name for Zithromax?

A	azithromycin
B	cephalexin
C	zolpidem
D	ciprofloxacin

Question 11 Explanation:

Zithromax (azithromycin) is an antibiotic that is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.

Question 12

What is the generic name for Levemir?

A	insulin glargine
B	insulin aspart
C	insulin detemir
D	insulin lispro

Question 12 Explanation:

Levemir (insulin detemir) is a long-acting insulin that is used to treat diabetes in adults and children.

Question 13

What is the generic name for Victoza?

A	sitagliptin
B	liraglutide
C	exenatide
D	dulaglutide

Question 13 Explanation:

Victoza (liraglutide) is an injectable medicine that lowers blood sugar (glucose) in adults with type 2 diabetes.

Question 14

What is the generic name for Invokana?

A	cefazolin
B	clonazepam
C	citalopram
D	canagliflozin

Question 14 Explanation:

Invokana (canagliflozin) is an antidiabetic drug used to improve glycemic control in people with type 2 diabetes.

Question 15

What is the generic name for Dulera?

A	ipratropium bromide/albuterol
B	fluticasone/salmeterol
C	budesonide/formoterol
D	mometasone/formoterol

Question 15 Explanation:

Dulera (momet asone/formoterol) is a combination inhaler that is used to control and prevent asthma symptoms.

Question 16

What is the generic name for Celexa?

A	citalopram
B	alprazolam
C	escitalopram
D	lorazepam

Question 16 Explanation:

Celexa (citalopram) is used to treat depression.

Question 17

What is the generic name for Namenda?

A	memantine
B	donepezil
C	duloxetine
D	amitriptyline

Question 17 Explanation:

Namenda (memantine) is used for the treatment of moderate-to-severe Alzheimer's disease.

Question 18

What is the generic name for Humira?

A	etanercept
B	infliximab
C	adalimumab
D	certolizumab pegol

Question 18 Explanation:

Humira (adalimumab) is used to treat a variety of inflammatory conditions including arthritis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and psoriasis.

Question 19

What is the generic name for Flovent?

A	fluticasone
B	fluticasone/salmeterol
C	budesonide/formoterol
D	mometasone

Question 19 Explanation:

Flovent (fluticasone) is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma. It works by reducing inflammation of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier.

Question 20

What is the generic name for Avodart?

A	dutasteride
B	furosemide
C	finasteride
D	glyburide

Question 20 Explanation:

Avodart (dutasteride) is used to treat enlarged prostate.

Question 21

What is the generic name for Chantix?

A	bupropion
B	valsartan
C	venlafaxine
D	varenicline

Question 21 Explanation:

Chantix (varenicline) is used to treat nicotine addiction.

Question 22

What is the generic name for Ultram?

A	fentanyl
B	naloxone
C	tramadol
D	naproxen

Question 22 Explanation:

Ultram (tramadol) is an opioid pain medication that is used to treat moderate to moderately severe pain.

Question 23

What is the generic name for Lotensin?

A	losartan
B	valsartan
C	benazepril
D	lisinopril

Question 23 Explanation:

Lotensin (benazepril) is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Question 24

What is the generic name for Desyrel?

A	trazodone
B	ziprasidone
C	risperidone
D	donepezil

Question 24 Explanation:

Desyrel (trazodone) is an antidepressant that is used to treat major depressive disorder.

Question 25

What is the generic name for Enbrel?

A	etanercept
B	bupropion
C	adalimumab
D	rosuvastatin

Question 25 Explanation:

Enbrel (etanercept) is a biopharmaceutical that treats autoimmune diseases including arthritis and psoriasis.

Question 26

What is the generic name for Lopressor?

A	metoprolol
B	bisoprolol
C	nebivolol
D	carvedilol

Question 26 Explanation:

Lopressor (metoprolol) is a beta-blocker that is used to treat angina (chest pain) and hypertension (high blood pressure).

Question 27

What is the generic name for Actonel?

A	bupropion
B	risedronate
C	ibandronate
D	alendronate

Question 27 Explanation:

Actonel (risedronate) is used to treat or prevent osteoporosis.

Question 28

What is the generic name for Eliquis?

A	dabigatran
B	rivaroxaban
C	dutasteride
D	apixaban

Question 28 Explanation:

Eliquis (apixaban) is an anticoagulant that is used to treat deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. It is also used to lower the risk of stroke and embolism.

Question 29

What is the generic name for Xanax?

A	rivaroxaban
B	clonazepam
C	alprazolam
D	lorazepam

Question 29 Explanation:

Xanax (alprazolam) is a short-acting tranquilizer. It is used in the short-term management of anxiety disorders such as panic disorder or generalized anxiety disorder.

Question 30

What is the generic name for Pradaxa?

A	rivaroxaban
B	warfarin
C	dabigatran
D	clopidogrel

Question 30 Explanation:

Pradaxa (dabigatran) is an anticoagulant that is used to reduce the risk of stroke and to treat blood clots.

Question 31

What is the generic name for Strattera?

A	lorazepam
B	lidocaine
C	atomoxetine
D	lisdexamfetamine

Question 31 Explanation:

Strattera (atomoxetine) is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Question 32

What is the generic name for Tenormin?

A	tramodol
B	atenolol
C	trazodone
D	topiramate

Question 32 Explanation:

Tenormin (atenolol) is a beta blocker that is used to treat high blood pressure and heart-associated chest pain.

Question 33

What is the generic name for Coumadin?

A	warfarin
B	tamsulosin
C	enoxaparin
D	heparin

Question 33 Explanation:

Coumadin (warfarin) is an anticoagulant that is used to prevent the formation of blood clots in blood vessels.

Question 34

What is the generic name for Humalog?

A	insulin aspart
B	insulin glargine
C	insulin lispro
D	insulin detemir

Question 34 Explanation:

Humalog (insulin lispro) is a fast-acting insulin analog that is used to treat people with Type 1 diabetes or Type 2 diabetes.

Question 35

What is the generic name for Zestril?

A	benazepril
B	amlodipine/benazepril
C	lisinopril/hydrochlorothiazide
D	lisinopril

Question 35 Explanation:

Zestril (lisinopril) is used to treat high blood pressure and congestive heart failure. It is also used to improve survival after a heart attack.

Question 36

What is the generic name for Vesicare?

A	oxybutynin
B	solifenacin
C	sertraline
D	sildenafil

Question 36 Explanation:

Vesicare (solifenacin) is used for the treatment of overactive bladder with symptoms of urgency, frequency, and leakage.

Question 37

What is the generic name for Ortho Tri-Cyclen?

A	ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone
B	ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate
C	ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel
D	ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone

Question 37 Explanation:

Ortho Tri-Cyclen (ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate) is used as a contraceptive to prevent pregnancy.

Question 38

What is the generic name for Dexilant?

A	dexlansoprazole
B	rabeprazole
C	omeprazole
D	esomeprazole

Question 38 Explanation:

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) is a proton pump inhibitor that is used to treat GERD and erosive esophagitis.

Question 39

What is the generic name for Boniva?

A	alendronate
B	calcitriol
C	risedronate
D	ibandronate

Question 39 Explanation:

Boniva (ibandronate) is used to treat or prevent osteoporosis in women after menopause.

Question 40

What is the generic name for Bystolic?

A	metoprolol
B	nebivolol
C	lisinopril
D	carvedilol

Question 40 Explanation:

Bystolic (nebivolol) is a beta blocker that is used in the treatment of hypertension.

Question 41

What is the generic name for Norvasc?

A	lisinopril
B	lisinopril/hydrochlorothiazide
C	amlodipine
D	amlodipine/benazepril

Question 41 Explanation:

Norvasc (amlodipine) is used to treat high blood pressure and coronary artery disease.

Question 42

What is the generic name for Restasis?

A	cyclobenzaprine
B	phenylephrine
C	pseudoephedrine
D	cyclosporine

Question 42 Explanation:

Restasis (cyclosporine) is an immunosuppressant drug that is used in organ transplantation to prevent rejection.

Question 43

What is the generic name for NuvaRing?

A	ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone
B	etonogestrel/ethinyl estradiol
C	epoetin alpha
D	ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone

Question 43 Explanation:

NuvaRing (etonogestrel/ethinyl estradiol) is a combined hormonal contraceptive vaginal ring.

Question 44

What is the generic name for Percocet?

A	hydrocodone/APAP
B	codeine/APAP
C	oxycodone/APAP
D	buprenorphine/naloxone

Question 44 Explanation:

Percocet (oxycodone/APAP) is a combination drug that is used to treat moderate to severe acute (short-term) pain.

Question 45

What is the generic name for Flexeril?

A	cyclobenzaprine
B	cycloserine
C	tamsulosin
D	triamcinolone

Question 45 Explanation:

Flexeril (cyclobenzaprine) is used for muscle spasms from acute musculoskeletal conditions.

Question 46

What is the generic name for Flomax?

A	solifenacin
B	doxazosin
C	terazosin
D	tamsulosin

Question 46 Explanation:

Flomax (tamsulosin) is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate.

Question 47

What is the generic name for Lasix?

A	fluoxetine
B	furosemide
C	hydrocortisone
D	hydrochlorothiazide

Question 47 Explanation:

Lasix (furosemide) is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.

Question 48

What is the generic name for Combigan?

A	brinzolamide/brimonidine
B	dorzolamide/timolol
C	brimonidine/timolol
D	tobramycin/dexamethasone

Question 48 Explanation:

Combigan (brimonidine/timolol) is a combination eye drop medication that is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma or other eye diseases.

Question 49

What is the generic name for Toprol XL?

A	nebivolol
B	olmesartan
C	metoprolol
D	carvedilol

Question 49 Explanation:

Toprol XL (metoprolol) is a beta-blocker that is used to treat angina (chest pain) and hypertension (high blood pressure).

Question 50

What is the generic name for Latuda?

A	ziprasidone
B	trazodone
C	risperidone
D	lurasidone

Question 50 Explanation:

Latuda (lurasidone) is an antipsychotic that is used to treat schizophrenia and depressive episodes associated with bipolar disorder.

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