Question

which of the following is a commonly used brand name for the generic drug famotidine, used for the treatment of acid reflux?○ zantac○ nexium○ pepcid○ prevacidquestion 241 pointwhat is the main purpose of using 5-aminosalicylates in treating ulcerative colitis?○ to enhance calcium absorption○ to suppress inflammation in the lining of the intestine○ to promote motility in the gastrointestinal tract○ to soften stool and manage constipation

Explanation:

1. Famotidine is sold under the brand name Pepcid; Zantac is ranitidine, Nexium is esomeprazole, and Prevacid is lansoprazole.
2. 5-Aminosalicylates are first-line medications for ulcerative colitis, acting to reduce inflammation in the intestinal mucosa, which is the core pathological issue in the condition. The other options do not describe their primary function.

Answer:

1. C. Pepcid
2. B. To suppress inflammation in the lining of the intestine