Methoxsalen Is the Only Drug in the Class of Furanocoumarins,and

question 6

Multiple Choice

Methoxsalen is the only drug in the class of furanocoumarins,and it works by _____.

• A)working synergistically with UV light
• B)decreasing photosensitivity
• C)blocks UV rays
• D)causing new skin cells to grow

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Asbestosis

A lung disease resulting from the inhalation of asbestos particles, causing scarring of lung tissue.

Common Cold

A viral infectious disease of the upper respiratory tract that primarily affects the nose, throat, sinuses, and larynx, leading to symptoms like coughing and sneezing.

Influenza

A highly contagious viral infection that affects the respiratory system, commonly known as the flu.

Allergy

An immune system response to a foreign substance (allergen) that is not typically harmful to the body, which can cause various symptoms.