QuestionSBA
QuestionChoice
Paracetamol is used for pain relief and is unlikely to cause the symptoms described when taken at the recommended doses.
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e
Paracetamol
QuestionChoice
Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that relieves pain and inflammation. Whilst it can have side effects such as gastrointestinal discomfort or headache, it is less likely to cause electrolyte imbalances.
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d
Ibuprofen
QuestionChoice
Indapamide is a thiazide-like diuretic commonly prescribed for hypertension. Thiazide-like diuretics can cause electrolyte imbalances such as hypokalaemia, which manifests with symptoms like headache, fatigue and dizziness. These symptoms are indicative of hypokalaemia, a known side effect of indapamide.
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a
Indapamide
QuestionChoice
Nifedipine has side effects such as ankle oedema and dizziness; however, it does not typically cause hypokalaemia.
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c
Nifedipine
QuestionChoice
Ramipril can cause hyperkalaemia by blocking the aldosterone pathway, leading to potassium retention.
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b
Ramipril
Concept
Chapter
2693
6028
Hypokalaemia
Topic
170
Clinical Chemistry
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A 78-year-old woman presents with headache, fatigue and dizziness. Her past medical history includes hypertension and osteoarthritis. She is currently taking ramipril, indapamide, nifedipine, paracetamol and ibuprofen.

Which of the following drugs is the most likely cause of this patient's symptoms?
a