Multiple choice

Match the entries in Column – I with Column – II and select the correct option.

 
Column – I Column – II
A. Diltiazem 1. ACE inhibitor
B. Benazepril 2. Calcium channel blocker
C. Atenolol 3. Alpha-adrenergic-antagonist
D. Doxazosin mesylate 4. Beta-adrenergic blocking agent

  1. A - 4, B - 3, C - 2, D - 1

  2. A - 2, B - 1, C - 4, D - 3

  3. A - 2, B - 1, C - 3, D - 4

  4. A - 3, B - 2, C - 4, D - 1

  5. A - 1, B - 2, C - 3, D - 4
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B Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct answer. Diltiazem is a nondihydropyridines calcium channel blocker used in the treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, and some types of arrhythmia. Benazepril is a drug of the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor class used primarily in treatment of hypertension, congestive heart failure, and heart attacks. Atenolol is a drug belonging to the group of beta blockers or beta-adrenergic blocking agents (a class of drugs used primarily in cardiovascular diseases). Doxazosin mesylate is an alpha blocker or alpha-adrenergic-antagonists used to treat high blood pressure and urinary retention associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia.

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