Anthranioids and Aloe Emodin

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Which age group has the use of Lavandula angustifolia not been established for?

  • Children over 12 years of age
  • Adults
  • Elderly individuals
  • Children under 12 years of age (correct)

What is the recommended duration of use for Camelia sinensis?

  • More than a week (correct)
  • Less than a month
  • Less than a week
  • More than a month

What are the contraindications for the use of Camelia sinensis?

  • Hypersensitivity to the active compound
  • Gastric and duodenal ulcers
  • Cardiovascular disorders such as hypertension and arrhythmia
  • All of the above (correct)

Which part of the gastrointestinal tract absorbs aglycones?

<p>Upper gut (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often should hydroxyanthracene derivatives be taken?

<p>Once daily at night (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which age group is the use of this medication contraindicated in?

<p>Children under 12 years of age (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential undesirable effect of chronic use of this medication?

<p>Pseudomelanosis coli (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of senna Alexandrina mill., Folium?

<p>Pregnancy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended posology for sennoside B?

<p>Once daily at night (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of senna Alexandrina mill., Folium?

<p>Pruritus and urticaria (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the pharmacotherapeutic group of senna Alexandrina mill., Folium?

<p>Contact laxative (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of reactions are commonly associated with the use of peppermint oil?

<p>Respiratory reactions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential adverse effects of overdose with peppermint oil?

<p>Loss of consciousness and seizures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What pharmacological group does peppermint oil belong to for indication 1?

<p>Antispasmodics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the contraindications for using peppermint oil?

<p>Hypersensitivity to the active substance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended duration of use for valerian root to achieve optimal treatment effects?

<p>2-4 weeks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the contraindication for the use of full baths with valerian root?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the pharmacotherapeutic group of valerian root?

<p>Hypnotics and sedatives (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of hedera helix L., Folium?

<p>Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to plants of the araliaceae family (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the bioavailability of aloe emodin?

<p>20-25% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a therapeutic indication for Mentha X piperita L, aetheroleum?

<p>Symptomatic relief of mild tension type headache (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential undesirable effects of Mentha X piperita L, aetheroleum?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which age group is the use of Camelia sinensis not recommended for?

<p>Children younger than 18 years of age (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential adverse effect of chronic use of Lavandula angustifolia?

<p>Mental stress (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the overdose threshold for caffeine in Camelia sinensis?

<p>More than 300mg caffeine or 5 cups of tea (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of senna Alexandrina mill., Folium?

<p>Inflammatory bowel disease (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended duration of use for Camelia sinensis?

<p>2 weeks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the pharmacotherapeutic group of valerian root?

<p>Sedative (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential adverse effects of overdose with peppermint oil?

<p>Hypersensitivity reactions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of peppermint oil?

<p>Headache (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the pharmacotherapeutic group of peppermint oil for indication 1?

<p>Other drugs for functional GI disorders (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential adverse effect of chronic use of peppermint oil?

<p>Abdominal distension (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the hypersensitivity reactions commonly associated with the use of peppermint oil?

<p>Skin rash and contact dermatitis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of valerian root?

<p>Dizziness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended duration of use for valerian root to achieve optimal treatment effects?

<p>1-2 weeks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the contraindication for the use of valerian root in full baths?

<p>Open wounds (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of syndrome can occur during cataract extraction with valerian root?

<p>Intra-operative floppy Iris syndrome (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of aloe barbadensis?

<p>Intestinal obstruction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended duration of use for aloe barbadensis?

<p>1 week (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential undesirable effect of chronic use of aloe barbadensis?

<p>Pigmentation of intestinal mucosa (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the pharmacodynamic group of aloe barbadensis?

<p>Contact laxative (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of chronic use of aloe emodin?

<p>Nephropathy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which age group is the use of hedera helix L., Folium contraindicated in?

<p>Children under 2 years of age (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended duration of use for Mentha X piperita L, aetheroleum to achieve optimal treatment effects?

<p>Not specified (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of Camelia sinensis?

<p>Children under 2 years of age (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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