Crude Drugs: Classification and Examples

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What is defined as crude drugs?

Harvested and dried natural sources used medicinally (correct)

Processed pharmaceutical compounds

Chemicals extracted using advanced technology

Synthetic drugs manufactured in laboratories

Crude drugs can be derived from which of the following sources?

Artificial flavors

Chemical synthesis

Animal tissues (correct)

Manufacturing plants

Which of the following is an example of a crude drug?

Mentha (correct)

Aspirin

Ibuprofen

Insulin

What process do crude drugs undergo before they are considered for medicinal use?

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Which statement about crude drugs is accurate?

They include both plants and animals in their natural form. Signup and view all the answers

What is the common English name for Mentha piperita?

Peppermint Signup and view all the answers

In which contexts is the alphabetical arrangement mentioned most commonly used?

Dictionaries and pharmacopoeias Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary language used in the scientific nomenclature stated?

Latin Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following options represents the correct scientific nomenclature for Peppermint?

Mentha piperita Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the content provided?

Mentha piperita is commonly found in cooking. Signup and view all the answers

How are the drugs organized in a taxonomic classification?

Based on the plants from which they are obtained. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a level of taxonomic classification used for drugs?

Region Signup and view all the answers

What is the highest taxonomic level mentioned in the classification of drugs?

Class Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly outlines the sequence of taxonomic ranks used for drug classification?

Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species Signup and view all the answers

The drugs' taxonomic classification is primarily based on which aspect?

The plants they originate from. Signup and view all the answers

What does the name 'nigrum' in Piper nigrum refer to?

Black Signup and view all the answers

Which plant is associated with the color purple?

Digitalis purpurea Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic does Caryophyllus aromaticus possess?

A certain aroma Signup and view all the answers

The color 'purple' in plant names usually indicates which of the following?

The plant may have medicinal properties Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic mentioned for any of the plants listed?

Texture Signup and view all the answers

Which plant is associated with the geographical origin indicated by its name?

Cannabis indica Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'vomica' in Strychnos nux vomica refer to?

Vomit Signup and view all the answers

Which active constituent is derived from a plant known for saponin?

Quillaia saponaria Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following plants is primarily recognized for its pharmaceutical activity related to strychnine?

Strychnos nux vomica Signup and view all the answers

What chemical characteristic is associated with Quillaia saponaria?

Saponin Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Crude Drugs

Crude drugs refer to raw plant, animal, or mineral materials used for medicinal or pharmaceutical purposes before undergoing processing.
They are harvested and dried in their natural state.
Examples of crude drugs include:
- Entire plants:
  - Mentha (all plant)
  - Peppermint (Mentha piperita L.)
- Cochineal (insect)

Classification of Crude Drugs

Alphabetical: This method arranges drugs alphabetically by Latin or English names, common in dictionaries and pharmacopoeias.
Taxonomic: This method classifies drugs based on the plant or animal source, using a hierarchy of classes, orders, families, genera, and species.
Characteristic Color: Some drugs are named based on their distinct color:
- Piper nigrum (nigrum = black)
- Digitalis purpurea (purpurea = purple)
Certain Aroma: Drugs with a specific aroma are sometimes named accordingly:
- Caryophyllus aromaticus (aromatic)
Geographical Source: The origin of a drug can be reflected in its name:
- Cannabis indica (indica = India)
Pharmaceutical Activity or Active Constituents:
- Strychnos nux vomica (vomica = vomiting) - Indicating its emetic properties
- Quillaia saponaria (saponaria = saponin) - Referencing the presence of the active compound saponin

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Explore the fascinating world of crude drugs that serve medicinal purposes. This quiz covers the definition, examples, and various classification methods used for these raw materials. Delve into the different ways crude drugs are organized, such as taxonomic, alphabetical, and by characteristic features.