12 Questions
Which of the following is a drug derived from a plant source?
Nicotine
Where is atropine derived from?
Digitalis plant
Which of the following drugs is present in tea?
Tannic acid
Where is streptomycin derived from?
Streptomyces griseus
Which of the following hormones comes from the pituitary gland?
Oxytocin
In which part of the plant do cardiac glycosides like digitalin come from?
Leaves
What does the term 'Pharmacology' refer to?
The science dealing with the therapeutic uses and toxic effects of drugs
How does the FDA define drugs?
Substances used for curing, preventing, or diagnosing diseases in humans or animals
What does Toxicology primarily focus on?
The harmful effects of drugs and toxic agents
What is Pharmacokinetics mainly concerned with?
Study of drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion
What is Pharmacodynamics related to?
Study of drug actions and mechanisms of action
Which category does 'Plant' fall into regarding the natural sources of drugs?
Category A - Plant
Explore the field of pharmacology, which deals with drugs, their therapeutic uses, and toxic effects. Learn about the definition of drugs, their medicinal uses, and the regulations surrounding their use in healthcare.
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