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A sexually active woman is being treated for streptococcal pharyngitis. The patient takes oral contraceptive pills (OCPs). Which penicillin should the primary care NP prescribe for this patient?
 
  a. Ampicillin
  b. Penicillin V
  c. Penicillin G
  d. Dicloxacillin

Question 2

A patient who is diagnosed with migraine headaches has a history of cardiovascular disease and hypertension. The NP should prescribe:
 
  a. triptan nasal spray.
  b. rizatriptan (Maxalt).
  c. cyproheptadine (Periactin).
  d. dihydroergotamine (D.H.E. 45).



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Answer to Question 1

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Although penicillin V is the drug of choice, ampicillin and penicillin G can be used to treat streptococcal pharyngitis. Penicillin G is the only penicillin that does not interfere with OCPs. Dicloxacillin is not recommended to treat streptococcal pharyngitis.

Answer to Question 2

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Triptans and ergotamines are contraindicated in patients with cardiovascular disease or hypertension. Cyproheptadine is safe for these patients.



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Both answers were spot on, thank you once again



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