Pharmacology Basics Quiz
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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>Pharmacology deals with biological effects of chemicals, while pharmacy is concerned with drug therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are pharmaceuticals considered to have?

    <p>Biological effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of antibiotics in fighting bacterial infections?

    <p>Inhibiting the growth of bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is used for drugs that inhibit the growth of viruses?

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

    What is the meaning of the term 'antibiotic' derived from its Greek roots?

    <p>Microorganism fighting another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of drugs are effective against fungi?

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

    What is the difference between antibiotics and non-antibiotic antibacterials?

    <p>Origin of production</p> Signup and view all the answers

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