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FPGEE Foreign Pharmacy

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What is the mechanism of action of balsalazide (Colazal)?
  1. Balsalazide is an anticholinergic agent.
  2. Balsalazide is metabolized to mesalamine and 5-aminosalicylic acid and inhibits prostaglandin synthesis.
  3. Balsalazide is a monoclonal antibody which binds to parietal cells and decreases acid secretion.
  4. Balsalazide is an antimetabolite specific for gastric mucosal cells.
Explanation
Answer: B - Balsalazide is metabolized to mesalamine and 5-aminosalicylic acid and inhibits prostaglandin synthesis. It is used to treat ulcerative colitis.
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