NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

Disable ads (and more) with a membership for a one time $4.99 payment

Ace your North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX) with our comprehensive practice test. Features include interactive flashcards, multiple-choice questions, with detailed hints and explanations. Fast-track your pharmacy career today!

Practice this question and more.

What off-label use is mentioned for SIADH treatment?

Democlocycline
Ibuprofen
Acetaminophen
Penicillin

The correct answer is: Democlocycline

Demeclocycline is the correct off-label use mentioned for the treatment of Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone (SIADH). Demeclocycline is a tetracycline antibiotic that has the unique property of inducing nephrogenic diabetes insipidus, which can help counteract the excessive antidiuretic hormone activity seen in SIADH. This medication is used off-label specifically for this purpose. Ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and penicillin are not typically used for the treatment of SIADH. Ibuprofen and acetaminophen are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) used mainly for pain relief and reducing inflammation, while penicillin is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.