Can You Successfully Match the Medication to the Health Condition?

By: Stella Alexander
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Can You Successfully Match the Medication to the Health Condition?
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About This Quiz

Get the Tylenol, quick! In the medical world, there's an endless list of conditions you could suffer from. You might be suffering from a light headache. Taking a quick stroll outside may exacerbate your allergies. While these can be relatively minor, many experience conditions like anemia and hypertension. For every medical condition you could think of, there's a medication to help control it. Can you match the medication to the proper condition?

When dealing with medical conditions, it seems as if some of them pop out of nowhere, but there's a method to the madness that our bodies sometimes cause. There's a class of medical conditions that are genetic, meaning that the defect was passed down through the genes of the parents. Examples of this would be Down syndrome or sickle cell anemia. You'd even find medical conditions like dementia and Alzheimer's disease that are extremely difficult to predict and treat. While these are two classes of conditions that are nearly impossible to predict, there's another group of conditions that you are able to prevent.

Our lifestyle can cause drastic changes in our older selves, and this is seen in conditions like high cholesterol, Type 2 diabetes and hypertension (high blood pressure). With all of the conditions plaguing the population, you can bet there's a specific medication to help manage and control it. Can you match them? You might need years of education to prescribe these medications, but you don't need that for this quiz! Can you prove that you have the brains for medical school? There's only one way to find out!

ADHD
Adderall
Hydrocortisone
Januvia
Furosemide
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

ADHD or (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is a condition where the person has difficulty controlling or calming their behavior. Adderall is the most commonly prescribed drug.

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Constipation
Vytorin
Benicar
Dulcolax
Losartan
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Constipation is when one experiences difficulty with bowel movements or has irregular bowel movements. While Dulcolax is a popular brand, the generic form of the drug is docusate systemic.

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Erectile dysfunction
Diflucan
Viagra
Flonase
Prevacid
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Erectile dysfunction is a purely male condition where he has trouble maintaining an erection during sexual intercourse. Viagra is actually the second most prescribed medication for this condition, while Cialis is the first.

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High cholesterol
Gliizide
Lipitor
Ibuprofen
Furosemide
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

High cholesterol is when there is a buildup of fats (or lipids) in your blood. While the generic name is atorvastatin, you'd probably most easily recognize the brand name, Lipitor.

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Depression
Cialis
Boniva
Zoloft
Nabumetone
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Depression is a mood disorder that must occur for months at a time for it to be diagnosed as clinical. Zoloft might be more well-known, but it is the second most prescribed depression medication after Cymbalta.

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Urinary tract infection
Tramadol
Quetiapine
Ciprofloxacin
Premarin
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A UTI is an infection that can occur anywhere along your urinary tract which can range from your bladder to your kidneys. The most common drug prescribed for UTIs is ciprofloxacin, which you might refer to more commonly as Cipro.

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Insomnia
Abilify
Acetaminophen
Ambien
Actonel
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Insomnia is a condition where you have difficulty sleeping. Ambien is a popular medication prescribed and is a branded name for the generic drug zolpidem systemic.

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Type 2 diabetes
Metformin
Naproxen
Lovaza
Omeprazole
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Type 2 diabetes is a condition where your body has issues responding to insulin. This is a common disease in people who are overweight. Metformin is the most common medication prescribed to Type 2 diabetes patients.

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Allergic rhinitis
Nexium
Yaz
Zyrtec
Strattera
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Allergic rhinitis is just a more complicated way of saying airborne allergies. While Zyrtec is the most commonly prescribed drug, you're probably also familiar with Allegra and Claritin.

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Diarrhea
Crestor
Evista
Imodium
Clonazepam
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Diarrhea is classified as loose, watery bowel movements that occur frequently. Imodium is the most common medication prescribed and is also referred to by its generic name loperamide.

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Anxiety
Tenormin
Zithromycin
Xanax
Augmentin
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Anxiety is a mental condition that manifests in physical conditions like a fast heart rate, perspiration and irregular breathing rate. Xanax is the most popular anxiety medication.

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Eczema
Gabapentin
Triamcinolone
Glimepiride
Motrin
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Eczema is also commonly known as dermatitis and is a skin condition that manifests in dry, itchy skin. The most common prescription is triamcinolone, which goes by brand names of Kenalog or Aristocort.

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Alzheimer's disease
Aricept
Adderall
Tylenol
Xanax
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Alzheimer's disease is a neurological disease that affects the memory and language. Aricept is the most common medication for patients.

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Hypothyroidism
Spiriva
Levothyroxine
Penicillin
Cymbalta
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Hypothyroidism is when your thyroid isn't active enough and doesn't produce enough of the thyroid hormone. This condition is treated with levothyroxine.

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Heartburn
Lasix
Amaryl
Hydrodiuril
Prilosec
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Heartburn has tons of different names ranging from acid reflux to GERD. It is when foods for the stomach, which are now acidic, travel up the esophagus. The most common medication is Prilosec followed by Nexium.

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Menopause
Namenda
Omeprazole
Novalog
Estratest
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Menopause is a condition that happens to middle-aged women and they deal with symptoms such as hot flashes and insomnia. Estratest is the most common medication prescribed to help manage their symptoms.

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Asthma
Paxil
Naprosyn
Actos
Singulair
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Asthma is a respiratory condition where your air passages are inflamed. Singulair is the most common drug prescribed to help with the symptoms like wheezing and coughing.

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Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Lisinopril
Clonidine
Finasteride
Paroxetine
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

High blood pressure is a combination of your systolic and diastolic blood pressure being over 140 and 90, respectively. Lisinopril is the most common blood pressure medication prescribed however losartan and amlodipine are other common ones.

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Rheumatoid arthritis
Zoloft
Flomax
Trazol
Methotrexate
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Rheumatoid arthritis is a condition where there is inflammation around your joints. This is common in the hands and knees. Methotrexate is commonly prescribed to help with the pain and inflammation.

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HIV
Viagra
Tramadol
Truvada
Spiriva
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

HIV is a viral infection cause by the HIV virus that attacks the immune system. Truvada is the most commonly prescribed drug.

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Acne
Hydrocodone
Flovent
Evista
Doxycycline
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Acne is a skin condition where the person experiences inflammation on the skin due to sebum filling the pores. Doxycycline is the generic name, but you might recognize brand names like Vibramycin.

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Pain
Mobic
Ibuprofen
Relafen
Glucophage
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Does pain really need a description? There are tons of different pain medications on the market. Ibuprofen is a common over-the-counter medication that you'd find under names like Advil or Motrin. You could even use acetaminophen which usually goes by the name Tylenol. Pain medications can also be dangerous and highly addictive like vicodin, oxycodone, and dilaudid.

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Herpes
Celebrex
Cymbalta
Acyclovir
Diovan
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Herpes is a viral infection that usually appears around the mouth or genitals. CBS News reported that 2/3 of the world's population is infected with type 1 of the herpes virus. Acyclovir is the most commonly prescribed drug for the virus.

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Migraine
Coreg
Cipro
Sumatriptan
Lanoxin
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Migraines are severe forms of headaches that can sometimes be accompanied by other symptoms like nausea and vomiting. Sumatriptan is the most commonly prescribed drug that you'd find under the brand Imitrex.

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Stroke
Pravastatin
Ortho Tri Cyclen
Montelukast
Plavix
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A stroke is caused when a blood clot forms in a vessel and stops the brain from receiving blood and oxygen. While Plavix it the brand name, this anticoagulant commonly goes by its generic name of clopidogrel.

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Fibromyalgia
Zithromycin
Coreg
Lyrica
Celexa
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Fibromyalgia is a condition that is characterized as muscle and joint pain. While it occurs in both males and females, it is more common in the latter.

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Psoriasis
Tylenol
Clobetasol
Proventil
Norvasc
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Psoriasis is a skin condition that is characterized by dry, itchy and cracked skin. Clobetasol is most commonly prescribed drug, but you've probably seen commercials for Humira.

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Gout
Zantac
Altace
Allopurinol
Zocor
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Gout is a form of arthritis and is characterized by inflammation in the joints. This usually happens in the lower extremities.

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Angina
Depakote
Aspirin
Lanoxin
Lotrisone
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Angina is characterized by chest pain. The most common drug prescribed is aspirin.

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Osteoporosis
Proscar
Alendronate
Diflucan
Prozac
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Osteoporosis is a condition where you bones begin to thin. Alendronate is the generic name for the brand Fosamax.

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Bronchitis
Mucinex
Tamusolin
Proventil
Ramipril
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Bronchitis is a condition where a person's bronchial tubes are inflamed. Mucinex is actually the second most prescribed medication for bronchitis, while azithromycin is the first.

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Schizophrenia
Olanzapine
Prednisone
Ramipril
Seroquel
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Schizophrenia is a severe mental disorder where the person can't differentiate between real and unreal experiences. Seroquel is the most commonly prescribed drug, with Abilify in second.

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Cold
Actonel
Boniva
Benadryl
Amoxicillin
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A cold is a viral infection with symptoms like congestion, chills and fatigue. Benadryl is the most commonly prescribed medication for the common cold.

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Bipolar disorder
Januvia
Loestrin
Lamictal
Meloxicam
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Bipolar disorder is a mental condition where the person experiences severe and abrupt mood swings. Lamictal is the most commonly prescribed drug to patients.

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Alopecia
Valtrex
Maxzide
Ultram
Spironolactone
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Alopecia is a skin condition where the person has issues with hair growth. Spirolactone is the most commonly prescribed drug for this.

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