Exploring Alkaloids

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Which of the following herbal examples can cause adverse effects such as acute intestinal pain and cramping?

  • Cascara
  • Senna
  • Turkey Rhubarb
  • All of the above (correct)

What is the recommended delay after ingestion before the effects of these herbal examples commence?

  • 8-10 hours
  • 6-8 hours (correct)
  • 4-6 hours
  • 2-4 hours

What are the safety concerns associated with long-term use of Anthraquinones?

  • Dependence and electrolyte imbalances
  • Dehydration and interference with medication absorption
  • Peroxidation of lipids in enteric mucosa
  • All of the above (correct)

In which condition should caution be exercised when using these herbal examples?

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

Which constituent is found in these herbal examples and can cause electrolyte imbalances (hypokalemia)?

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

What is the main action of these herbal examples?

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

Which age group should use caution when using these herbal examples?

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

What is the potential effect of these herbal examples on the enteric mucosa?

<p>Peroxidation of lipids (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential action of alkaloids?

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

Which of the following plants contains alkaloids?

<p>St. John's Wort (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following alkaloids is found in deadly nightshade?

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

Which of the following alkaloids is found in goldenseal?

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

Which of the following plants contains indole alkaloids?

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

Which subgroup of quinones do anthraquinones belong to?

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

What is the main action of anthraquinones?

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

Which of the following plants contains anthraquinones?

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

Which of the following plants is commonly known as Deadly Nightshade?

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

Which of the following plants is commonly used to treat digestive issues as a stimulant laxative?

<p>Rhamnus purshiana (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following alkaloids is found in Lobelia?

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

In which condition should caution be exercised when using Goldenseal?

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

Which of the following herbal examples can cause adverse effects such as dry mouth and eyes, pupil dilation, and heart palpitation?

<p>Atropa belladonna (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following alkaloids is found in California Poppy?

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

Which subgroup of quinones do anthraquinones belong to?

<p>Anthraquinones are a subgroup of quinones themselves (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following plants contains anthraquinones?

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

Which constituent found in these herbal examples can cause electrolyte imbalances (hypokalemia)?

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

What are the safety concerns associated with long-term use of Anthraquinones?

<p>Electrolyte imbalances and interference with medication absorption (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an action of saponins?

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

Which of the following herbs is a source of saponins?

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

Which of the following actions is NOT associated with saponins?

<p>Anti-bacterial (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an herb with immunomodulating properties due to saponins?

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

Which of the following actions is NOT associated with saponins?

<p>Aids in absorbing nutrients (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a safety concern associated with saponins?

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

Which of the following is an example of an herb with anti-catarrhal properties due to saponins?

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

Which of the following is NOT an adaptogen due to saponins?

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

Which of the following is an action of alkaloids?

<p>None of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a safety concern associated with alkaloids?

<p>None of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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