Which of the following is the mechanism of action of metformin?

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Which of the following is the mechanism of action of metformin?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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Finasteride has efficacy in the prevention of male-pattern baldness by its ability to:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Finasteride (choice D) inhibits 5-alpha-reductase, reducing DHT production, which drives male-pattern baldness, promoting hair regrowth. It doesn't antagonize receptors (choice A), decrease gonadotropins (choice B), or increase SHBG (choice C). DHT reduction is its mechanism, key for baldness and prostate conditions.

Question 3 of 5

Regarding pharmacokinetics of antidepressants, which statement is true?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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Regarding non-depolarizing muscle relaxants

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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Which statement about lignocaine is correct?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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