5 Questions
What is the main focus of pharmacodynamics?
Studying the effects of a drug on biological systems
Which area of pharmacology deals with the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of chemicals from biological systems?
Pharmacokinetics
What are pharmaceuticals considered to have if they possess medicinal properties?
Medicinal properties
How is pharmacology different from pharmacy?
Pharmacology deals with research and characterization of chemicals showing biological effects, while pharmacy focuses on dispensing medication
What does pharmacology encompass in terms of drug composition and properties?
Functions, sources, synthesis, and drug design
Study Notes
Pharmacodynamics
- The main focus of pharmacodynamics is the effects of drugs on the body.
Pharmacokinetics
- Pharmacokinetics deals with the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) of chemicals from biological systems.
Pharmaceuticals
- Pharmaceuticals are considered to have pharmacological activity if they possess medicinal properties.
Pharmacology vs. Pharmacy
- Pharmacology is different from pharmacy as it is the study of the effects of drugs and their mechanisms, whereas pharmacy is the practice of preparing and dispensing drugs.
Scope of Pharmacology
- Pharmacology encompasses the study of drug composition, properties, and their interactions with living organisms, including the effects of chemicals on the body, as well as the body's response to these chemicals.
Test your knowledge of pharmacology with this quiz covering the science of medical drugs, medication, and their interactions with living organisms. Explore topics such as drug composition, pharmacokinetics, therapeutic use, and toxicology.
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