Because of Its Ability to Induce α-Aminolevulinate Synthase, Phenobarbital Should

question 4

Multiple Choice

Because of its ability to induce α-aminolevulinate synthase, phenobarbital should not be taken in persons with which disorder?

• A) porphyria
• B) homocystinuria
• C) pernicious anemia
• D) hemophilia
• E) hepatitis

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Definitions:

Transitional Epithelium

Stratified epithelium that may be either cuboidal or squamous-like, depending on the presence or absence of fluid in the organ (as in the urinary bladder).

Urinary Bladder

An organ tasked with the accumulation and expulsion of urine, playing a crucial role in the urinary system.

Stratified Squamous

A type of epithelial tissue composed of multiple layers of cells, with the outermost layer being flat and scale-like.

Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors

A class of pharmaceuticals that slow the formation of bicarbonate ions, thus reducing the transport of carbon dioxide in the blood.