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Which area of pharmacology studies the effects of a drug on biological systems?
Which area of pharmacology studies the effects of a drug on biological systems?
- Pharmacodynamics (correct)
- Chemical biology
- Pharmacokinetics
- Molecular diagnostics
What does pharmacokinetics primarily focus on?
What does pharmacokinetics primarily focus on?
- Functions, sources, synthesis and drug design
- Drug composition and properties
- Absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) of chemicals from the biological systems (correct)
- Medical applications and antipathogenic capabilities
What is the main focus of pharmacology?
What is the main focus of pharmacology?
- Medical applications and antipathogenic capabilities
- Functions, sources, synthesis and drug design
- Molecular and cellular mechanisms (correct)
- Drug composition and properties
How is pharmacology different from pharmacy?
How is pharmacology different from pharmacy?
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What are pharmaceuticals considered to have?
What are pharmaceuticals considered to have?
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What is the primary role of antibiotics in fighting bacterial infections?
What is the primary role of antibiotics in fighting bacterial infections?
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Which term is used for drugs that inhibit the growth of viruses?
Which term is used for drugs that inhibit the growth of viruses?
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What is the meaning of the term 'antibiotic' derived from its Greek roots?
What is the meaning of the term 'antibiotic' derived from its Greek roots?
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Which type of drugs are effective against fungi?
Which type of drugs are effective against fungi?
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What is the difference between antibiotics and non-antibiotic antibacterials?
What is the difference between antibiotics and non-antibiotic antibacterials?
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