28 Questions
Which vitamin serves as an important co-factor for the protein rhodopsin in rod cells?
Vitamin A
Which method of evaluating crude drugs involves assessing the macroscopic appearance, odor, taste, sound, and feel of the drug?
Organoleptic method
Which method of evaluating crude drugs uses physical constants such as optical rotation?
Physical method
What is the best method to isolate peppermint oil from the fresh leaves of Mentha piperita?
Steam Distillation
What type of terpenes are retinol and phytol?
Diterpenes
What special secretory structures are found in Pinus palustris?
Vittae
Which of the following elements does NOT form basic hydrides?
Sulfur
Which element is the MOST electronegative?
F
Which elements are referred to as the triad of Group VIII?
I, II, IV
What is the chemical classification of the volatile oils from Caraway and Buchu?
Phenols
Which elements are referred to as volatile metals?
I, II, IV
How are the volatile oils from Lavender oil and Wintergreen chemically classified?
Ketones
Which statements BEST describe the properties of elements in the Periodic Table going from upper right down and then to the left?
I, III, IV
What chemical compound is Ergonovine classified as?
Steroidal
Which group in the periodic table is referred to as the chalcogens?
VI-A
Which family does Atropa belladonna belong to?
Solanaceae
Which pair is NOT correctly matched?
Erythroxylum coca – cocaine
Which herbal medicine is known for its anti-diabetic properties?
Banaba
What is Atracurium classified as?
Neuromuscular blockers
Why is Granisetron given to a cancer patient during chemotherapy?
To prevent nausea and vomiting
What is the correct response when asked about the use of Fondaparinux?
It is a blood thinner given to prevent blood clot formation.
Which statement(s) is/are TRUE regarding IV glutathione?
III
Which statement(s) is/are TRUE regarding Mebendazole?
I
What does a urine specific gravity greater than 1 indicate?
Heavier solute content in urine than water
Which of the following refers to an acquired abnormal response mediated by immunological mechanisms?
Type A ADR
Which drug is NOT associated with causing extrapyramidal symptoms?
Anuria
Which oral hypoglycemic drug is likely to cause weight loss?
Exenatide
Which drug can be a suitable alternative for enalapril if a patient experiences severe dry cough?
Losartan
Study Notes
Vitamins and Co-factors
- Vitamin A serves as an important co-factor for the protein rhodopsin in rod cells.
Crude Drug Evaluation
- Macroscopic evaluation of crude drugs involves assessing the appearance, odor, taste, sound, and feel of the drug.
- Physical constants such as optical rotation are used to evaluate crude drugs.
Isolation of Peppermint Oil
- The best method to isolate peppermint oil from the fresh leaves of Mentha piperita is not specified.
Terpenes
- Retinol and phytol are diterpene alcohols.
Plant Anatomy
- Special secretory structures are found in Pinus palustris.
Chemical Properties
- Boron does not form basic hydrides.
- Fluorine is the most electronegative element.
- The triad of Group VIII consists of iron, cobalt, and nickel.
- Volatile metals include zinc, cadmium, and mercury.
Chemical Classification
- Volatile oils from Caraway and Buchu are classified as alkaloids.
- Volatile oils from Lavender oil and Wintergreen are classified as esters.
Periodic Table Trends
- Elements in the Periodic Table going from upper right down and then to the left exhibit a decrease in electronegativity and an increase in atomic size.
Chemical Classification
- Ergonovine is classified as an ergoline alkaloid.
Periodic Table Groups
- The chalcogens include oxygen, sulfur, selenium, tellurium, and polonium.
- The volatile metals include zinc, cadmium, and mercury.
Plant Families
- Atropa belladonna belongs to the Solanaceae family.
Medicinal Properties
- Gymnema sylvestre is an herbal medicine known for its anti-diabetic properties.
Pharmacology
- Atracurium is classified as a non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocker.
- Granisetron is given to a cancer patient during chemotherapy to prevent nausea and vomiting.
- Fondaparinux is a synthetic anticoagulant used to prevent deep vein thrombosis.
- IV glutathione is used to treat acetaminophen overdose.
- Mebendazole is an antihelminthic drug used to treat parasitic infections.
- A urine specific gravity greater than 1 indicates dehydration.
Immunology
- Allergy refers to an acquired abnormal response mediated by immunological mechanisms.
Pharmacology
- Metoclopramide is associated with causing extrapyramidal symptoms.
- Metformin is an oral hypoglycemic drug that is likely to cause weight loss.
- Losartan can be a suitable alternative for enalapril if a patient experiences severe dry cough.
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