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karlynnae

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A patient who suffers from Parkinson's disease is being treated with levodopa/carbidopa. Which of the following disorders will result in the discontinuation of this drug based on a disease-related contraindication?
 
  A) Human immune deficiency virus
  B) Human papillomavirus
  C) Transient ischemic attacks
  D) Narrow-angle glaucoma

Question 2

A teenager has acne that requires treatment. The physician does not want to use retinoids because of the adverse effects. Which of the following medication regimens will likely be most effective?
 
  A) Topical azelaic acid
  B) Topical benzoyl peroxide
  C) Topical clindamycin
  D) Topical clindamycin with benzoyl peroxide



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Since levodopa can dilate pupils and raise intraocular pressure, it is contraindicated in narrow-angle glaucoma. Levodopa is not contraindicated in patients with human immune deficiency virus. Levodopa is not contraindicated in patients with human papillomavirus. Levodopa is not listed as a contraindication with TIAs.

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Combination products of topical clindamycin or erythromycin and benzoyl peroxide are more effective than antibiotics alone. Azelaic acid and benzoyl peroxide are effective but not as effective as combination medications. Topical clindamycin is effective, but combination medications may be more effective.





 

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