Multiple choice general knowledge

For mesothelioma(cancer caused by exposure to asbestos) and non-small cell lung cancer

  1. Symbyax

  2. Zyprexa

  3. Evista

  4. Alimta

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Alimta (pemetrexed) is a chemotherapy agent specifically approved for malignant pleural mesothelioma and non-small cell lung cancer. It inhibits folate-dependent enzymes involved in DNA synthesis. Symbyax and Zyprexa are psychiatric drugs (olanzapine combinations), and Evista is used for osteoporosis prevention.