Pharmacology and Toxicology Overview
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What is the primary focus of the field of pharmacology?

  • The prevention of harmful effects of drugs
  • The study of drug interactions and toxicology
  • The study of drug composition and properties (correct)
  • The development of new drugs for treating diseases
  • Which of the following is NOT a class of medicine mentioned in the text?

  • Antidepressants (correct)
  • Analgesics
  • Antiseptics
  • Antimalarial drugs
  • What is the primary focus of the field of toxicology?

  • The study of drug interactions and medical applications
  • The study of drug composition and properties
  • The development of new drugs for treating diseases
  • The study of harmful or toxic effects of drugs (correct)
  • Which class of medicine is used for treating malaria?

    <p>Antimalarial drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of antiseptics according to the text?

    <p>Prevention of germ growth near burns, cuts and wounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Pharmacology

    • Primary focus is on the study of the effects of drugs on living organisms.

    Classes of Medicine

    • There are multiple classes of medicine mentioned, but vaccines are NOT one of them.

    Toxicology

    • Primary focus is on the study of the adverse effects of chemicals on living organisms.

    Malaria Treatment

    • Antimalarials are used for treating malaria.

    Antiseptics

    • Primary purpose is to reduce the growth or kill microorganisms on living tissues.

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    Learn about the science of pharmacology and toxicology, including drug actions, interactions, medical applications, and toxic effects. Dive into the classes of medicine such as antipyretics and analgesics.

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