Antiviral Quiz: Do You Know How They Work?

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Antiviral Quiz: Do You Know How They Work?

You've heard a lot about antibiotics, but how about antivirals? Unlike antibiotics (that kill bacteria), antivirals are drugs that are intended to combat viral infections such as HIV, flu, herpes, or even COVID-19. These medications do not really "kill" viruses, but they slow down the virus, alleviate symptoms, and avoid complications.In some diseases, as in HIV, antivirals have converted formerly lethal infection into a survivable lifelong disease. In yet others, as in the flu, they can speed convalescence if taken early. But antivirals are nevertheless confused with antibiotics, or mistakenly regarded as a "cure," since they are not.This quiz will reveal how well you really understand antivirals and how they contribute in modern-day medication.

Which of these viruses has an effective antiviral treatment?

  • Hepatitis C

  • Chickenpox

  • Common cold

  • Measles

What do antivirals primarily do?

  • Kill bacteria

  • Stop viruses from multiplying

  • Kill viruses directly

  • Boost appetite

Can antivirals cure all viral infections?

  • Yes, but only if combined with antibiotics

  • No, they only manage or reduce severity

  • Yes, but only for kids

  • Yes, they cure every virus

Why don’t antibiotics work against viruses?

  • Viruses hide inside the stomach

  • Viruses are too big

  • Viruses don’t have the same structures as bacteria

  • Antibiotics are too weak

Which of these was an antiviral used during COVID-19 treatment?

  • Amoxicillin

  • Remdesivir

  • Penicillin

  • Vitamin C

Antivirals work best when?

  • Taken randomly

  • Taken early in infection

  • Taken only after full recovery

  • Taken with antibiotics always

What is a common challenge with antivirals?

  • They cause permanent hair loss

  • Viruses can become resistant

  • They are addictive

  • They always taste bad

Which antiviral is famous for reducing flu symptoms if taken early?

  • Ibuprofen

  • Aspirin

  • Paracetamol

  • Oseltamivir (Tamiflu)

What is the main purpose of antiretroviral therapy (ART) in HIV?

  • Keep the virus under control

  • Kill HIV completely

  • Cure HIV permanently

  • Prevent headaches

Which illness is commonly treated with antivirals?

  • Diabetes

  • High blood pressure

  • Asthma

  • HIV

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