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Which medication produces ACTIVE metabolites?

  1. Lisinopril
  2. Diazepam
  3. Acetaminophen
  4. Ibuprofen
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Correct answer: B. Diazepam

Diazepam is metabolized to active metabolites including desmethyldiazepam and oxazepam, prolonging its duration of action — important in elderly/liver disease patients. Lisinopril is already active (not a prodrug). Acetaminophen's metabolite NAPQI is toxic but not pharmacologically active. Ibuprofen's metabolites are inactive.

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