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</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often should hydroxyanthracene derivatives be taken?

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

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

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

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

    <p>Pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended posology for sennoside B?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    <p>Antispasmodics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the contraindications for using peppermint oil?

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

    What is the pharmacotherapeutic group of valerian root?

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

    What is the bioavailability of aloe emodin?

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

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

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

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

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

    What is the recommended duration of use for Camelia sinensis?

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

    What is the pharmacotherapeutic group of valerian root?

    <p>Sedative</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

    <p>Headache</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</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

    <p>Dizziness</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</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

    What is the recommended duration of use for aloe barbadensis?

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

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

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

    What is the pharmacodynamic group of aloe barbadensis?

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

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

    <p>Nephropathy</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</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</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</p> Signup and view all the answers

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