8 Questions
Why do females generally need smaller doses of drugs compared to males?
Females have more fat and less microsomal enzymes, leading to more protein binding
Which hormones are primarily limited to specific sexes?
Androgens for males and estrogens for females
Which type of drugs may be contraindicated in females?
Purgatives
Which of the following is NOT a reversible effect of general anesthetics?
Analgesia
How are general anesthetics primarily administered?
Intravenously
What distinguishes general anesthetics from sedatives?
Lack of awareness to painful stimuli
What property do all general anesthetics share?
Hydrophobicity
What is the primary function of general anesthetics?
Loss of consciousness
Test your knowledge on the differences in drug response between males and females. Learn about the impact of smaller doses, size variations, and hormonal influences on drug reactions in females.
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