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What is the main focus of pharmacodynamics?
What is the main focus of pharmacodynamics?
- The effects of a drug on biological systems (correct)
- The metabolism of chemicals in the body
- The distribution of drugs within the body
- The absorption of chemicals from biological systems
Which area of pharmacology involves the study of absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) of chemicals from the biological systems?
Which area of pharmacology involves the study of absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) of chemicals from the biological systems?
- Chemical biology
- Pharmacodynamics
- Pharmacokinetics (correct)
- Molecular diagnostics
What does pharmacology primarily deal with in relation to chemicals?
What does pharmacology primarily deal with in relation to chemicals?
- Biological effects and organismal function (correct)
- Medical applications and antipathogenic capabilities
- Drug synthesis and design
- Cellular communication mechanisms
In broad terms, what does pharmacokinetics primarily discuss?
In broad terms, what does pharmacokinetics primarily discuss?
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What is the primary mechanism of action of ACE inhibitors?
What is the primary mechanism of action of ACE inhibitors?
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Which term specifically refers to substances with medicinal properties?
Which term specifically refers to substances with medicinal properties?
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Which side effect is commonly associated with ACE inhibitors due to increased levels of bradykinin?
Which side effect is commonly associated with ACE inhibitors due to increased levels of bradykinin?
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What is the primary role of angiotensin II in the body?
What is the primary role of angiotensin II in the body?
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Which component of the renin-angiotensin system is inhibited by ACE inhibitors?
Which component of the renin-angiotensin system is inhibited by ACE inhibitors?
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What is the primary medical use of ACE inhibitors?
What is the primary medical use of ACE inhibitors?
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