Hydroxyanthracene Derivatives in Food
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Which of the following activities is NOT associated with Camellia sinensis (Green tea)?

  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Antibacterial (correct)
  • Antioxidant and radical scavenger
  • Antidiarrhoeic

    • What is the recommended duration of use for powdered herbal form of Camellia sinensis?

  • 1-2 weeks
  • Less than a week
  • 2-4 weeks
  • More than a week (correct)

    • Which of the following conditions is a contraindication for the use of Camellia sinensis?

  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypersensitivity to the active compound
  • Cardiovascular disorders (correct)
  • Gastric and duodenal ulcers

    • Which plant is known to contain Thujone, a neurotoxic and hallucinogenic compound?

    <p>Artemisia absinthium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which plant is used as a weight loss supplement and helps in reducing the sense of hunger?

    <p>Cyamopsis tetragonoloba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which plant is known to increase cholesterol in the stool and reduce intestinal absorption of other drugs?

    <p>Plantago psyllium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a therapeutic indication for Folium?

    <p>Management of chronic constipation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a contraindication for the use of Folium?

    <p>Appendicitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended duration of use for Folium?

    <p>Less than 1 week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible undesirable effect of Folium?

    <p>Allergic reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a possible side effect of chronic ingested overdoses of anthranoid containing medicinal products?

    <p>Loss of fluid and electrolyte</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pharmacotherapeutic group of 8-dihydroxyanthracene derivatives?

    <p>Contact laxative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do 8-dihydroxyanthracene derivatives exert their laxative effect?

    <p>By inhibiting the absorption of water and electrolytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which natural substance can be used as an anti-emetic for travel sickness and morning sickness of pregnancy?

    <p>Ginger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following hydroxyanthracene derivatives have been shown to be genotoxic in vitro?

    <p>Aloe-emodin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended duration of use for aloe barbadensis (aloe) extract?

    <p>Not to be used for more than 1 week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of hydroxyanthracene derivatives?

    <p>Hypersensitivity to the active substance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can chronic use of hydroxyanthracene derivatives cause?

    <p>Pigmentation of the intestinal mucosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is a potential side effect of an overdose of caffeine?

    <p>Vomiting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is NOT a cause of constipation?

    <p>Excessive fluid intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is a characteristic of bulk-forming laxatives?

    <p>They can be used to treat diarrhea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these natural resources is commonly used as an osmotic laxative?

    <p>Fraxinus ornus and angustifolia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which plant is known to contain a neurotoxic and hallucinogenic compound?

    <p>Artemisia absinthium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which weight loss supplement is known to increase the sense of satiety and reduce the sense of hunger?

    <p>Plantago psyllium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which compound in bitter orange is involved in weight-loss claims?

    <p>β-synerphine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of Folium?

    <p>Appendicitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential side effect of an overdose of Folium?

    <p>Toxic hepatitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a pharmacodynamic effect of Folium?

    <p>Conversion of the active substance into sennidins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the metabolite of Folium is excreted in urine?

    <p>3-6%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following activities is NOT associated with Tannin-containing drugs?

    <p>Antibacterial (with AMFOTERICIN B and FLUCONAZOL vs. Candida Albicans)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of chronic ingestion of Camellia sinensis (Green tea)?

    <p>Insomnia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of powdered herbal form of Camellia sinensis?

    <p>Hypersensitivity to the active compound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of chronic ingested overdoses of anthranoid containing medicinal products?

    <p>Gastritis and ulcers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which natural substance is used to relieve gastric inflammation, peptic ulcers, and duodenal ulcers?

    <p>Liquorice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of an overdose of caffeine?

    <p>Loss of fluid and electrolyte</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which natural substance can be used as an anti-emetic for both travel sickness and morning sickness of pregnancy?

    <p>Ginger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is a characteristic of stimulant laxatives?

    <p>They increase peristalsis of the colon and reduce transit time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is a potential side effect of long-term use of stimulant laxatives?

    <p>Reversible blackening of the colon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is a characteristic of bulk-forming laxatives?

    <p>They are not digested or absorbed in the GI tract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is a potential side effect of chronic use of osmotic laxatives?

    <p>Constipation and difficult bowel movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following hydroxyanthracene derivatives has been shown to be carcinogenic?

    <p>Danthron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which plant is contraindicated in cases of intestinal obstruction and stenosis, atony, appendicitis, and inflammatory bowel disease?

    <p>Frangula alnus (Frangula)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of chronic use of hydroxyanthracene derivatives?

    <p>Pseudomelanosis coli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions is a contraindication for the use of Camellia sinensis (Green tea)?

    <p>Inflammatory bowel disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

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