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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| metoprolol | blocks stimulation of beta receptors in vascular smooth muscle and the heart |
| quetiapine | antagonist for multiple neurotransmitter receptors in the brain |
| levofloxacin | interferes with bacterial cell DNA |
| atenolol | blocks stimulation of beta receptors in vascular smooth muscle and the heart |
| pioglitazone | increases cell membrane sensitivity to insulin |
| duloxetine | inhibits serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake in CNS |
| prednisone | decreases inflammation by stabilizing leukocyte lysosomal membranes which decreases inflammation, suppresses immune response, stimulates bone marrow, and influences metabolism |
| albuterol | blocks beta2 adrenergic receptors which promotes smooth muscle relaxation of airways causing bronchodilation |
| celecoxib | inhibits prostaglandin synthesis by inhibiting COX-2 |
| insulin | facilitates transport of glucose through cell membranes, stimulates synthesis of glycogen, fats and proteins |