10 Questions
Which organ plays a major role in drug metabolism?
Liver
What is the 'first pass effect' in drug administration?
Breakdown of a drug by enzymes in the GI tract before distribution
What is the definition of a drug's 'half-life'?
The time required for half of the drug to be eliminated from the body
Which part of the body receives less amounts of a drug due to lower blood flow?
Muscles
What is the primary cause of cirrhosis?
Excessive and prolonged alcohol use
Which enzymes are involved in the 'first pass effect' during oral drug administration?
Enzymes in the GI tract
How does taking multiple drugs complicate treatment?
It leads to drug interactions that can impact treatment outcomes
'Side effects' of a drug refer to:
'Other than therapeutic' effects of the medication
'Drug interactions' occur when:
Multiple drugs taken together affect each other's effectiveness
Where are drug metabolism enzymes present apart from the liver?
In kidneys
Explore the role of a specific brain region in drug addiction and how individuals chemically tamper with reward systems. This quiz covers the basic principles of pharmacology and the factors influencing drug effects.
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