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What is the main function of a drug according to the text?
What is the main function of a drug according to the text?
- Diagnosing diseases
- Producing biological responses (correct)
- Enhancing physical or mental well-being
- Preventing diseases
Which type of drug binds to a receptor but does not activate it?
Which type of drug binds to a receptor but does not activate it?
- Receptor
- Partial agonist
- Antagonist (correct)
- Agonist
What is the function of an agonist drug on a receptor?
What is the function of an agonist drug on a receptor?
- Diagnosing diseases
- Preventing other drugs from binding
- Binding to the receptor without response
- Activating the receptor (correct)
Which of the following is not a source of drugs according to the text?
Which of the following is not a source of drugs according to the text?
What is the role of a partial agonist on a receptor?
What is the role of a partial agonist on a receptor?
Which route of administration allows drugs to pass directly to the systemic circulation?
Which route of administration allows drugs to pass directly to the systemic circulation?
What is a disadvantage of rectal absorption as a route of administration?
What is a disadvantage of rectal absorption as a route of administration?
Which parenteral route of administration has the advantage of allowing rapid and complete drug bioavailability?
Which parenteral route of administration has the advantage of allowing rapid and complete drug bioavailability?
Which route of administration is suitable for children and unconscious patients according to the text?
Which route of administration is suitable for children and unconscious patients according to the text?
What is a common disadvantage associated with parenteral administration mentioned in the text?
What is a common disadvantage associated with parenteral administration mentioned in the text?
Which dosage form is specifically mentioned as suitable for drugs that are destroyed by digestive enzymes?
Which dosage form is specifically mentioned as suitable for drugs that are destroyed by digestive enzymes?
What is a disadvantage of oral administration of drugs according to the text?
What is a disadvantage of oral administration of drugs according to the text?
Which route of administration is described as being easy, safe, and suitable for self-use?
Which route of administration is described as being easy, safe, and suitable for self-use?
What characteristic should sublingual administration drugs possess according to the text?
What characteristic should sublingual administration drugs possess according to the text?
What is a disadvantage of sublingual administration of drugs according to the text?
What is a disadvantage of sublingual administration of drugs according to the text?
Which type of preparation is specifically mentioned for injection according to the text?
Which type of preparation is specifically mentioned for injection according to the text?
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Main function of a drug
Main function of a drug
Producing biological responses in the body.
Antagonist
Antagonist
A drug that binds to a receptor but does not activate it.
Agonist function
Agonist function
Activates the receptor to produce a response.
Not a source of drugs
Not a source of drugs
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Partial agonist
Partial agonist
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Parenteral administration
Parenteral administration
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Disadvantage of rectal absorption
Disadvantage of rectal absorption
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Intravenous injection advantage
Intravenous injection advantage
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Route for children and unconscious patients
Route for children and unconscious patients
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Common disadvantage of parenteral administration
Common disadvantage of parenteral administration
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Dosage form for enzyme-sensitive drugs
Dosage form for enzyme-sensitive drugs
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Disadvantage of oral administration
Disadvantage of oral administration
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Easy and safe administration
Easy and safe administration
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Characteristic of sublingual drugs
Characteristic of sublingual drugs
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Disadvantage of sublingual administration
Disadvantage of sublingual administration
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Preparation for injection
Preparation for injection
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