Which of the Following Is True with Regard to Pharmacological

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true with regard to pharmacological management of ALS?

• A)Drugs such as Copaxone,which are commonly used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis,are also effective in slowing the progression of ALS.
• B)The glutamate inhibitor Riluzole (Rilutek)is approved for the treatment of ALS and may extend survival by several months.
• C)Anticonvulsant medications such as Dilantin are often prescribed because risk of seizures increase as the disease progresses.
• D)There are currently no medications available for the treatment of ALS.

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