Pharmacist Exam MCQs – 50 Important Questions For Quick Revision

Q.1. Which of the following is the prodrug of dopamine?

1. Levodopa
2. Epinephrine
3. Norepinephrine
4. Serotonin

Q.2. Which phase of clinical trials determines the efficacy of a drug?

1. Phase I
2. Phase II
3. Phase III
4. Phase IV

Q.3. Which of the following drugs is an H2 receptor antagonist?

1. Omeprazole
2. Ranitidine
3. Loratadine
4. Fexofenadine

Q.4. What is the normal pH range of blood?

1. 6.8 - 7.2
2. 7.35 - 7.45
3. 7.5 - 8.0
4. 6.0 - 6.5

Q.5. Which schedule of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act regulates narcotic drugs in India?

1. Schedule H
2. Schedule X
3. Schedule G
4. Schedule C

Q.6. Which dosage form is designed for controlled drug release?

1. Tablet
2. Capsule
3. Sustained-release tablet
4. Powder

Q.7. What is the primary function of bile salts in digestion?

1. Emulsification of fats
2. Protein breakdown
3. Carbohydrate digestion
4. Acid neutralization

Q.8. Which vitamin deficiency causes rickets?

1. Vitamin A
2. Vitamin C
3. Vitamin D
4. Vitamin K

Q.9. Which instrument is used for sterilization by dry heat?

1. Autoclave
2. Hot air oven
3. Laminar airflow
4. UV chamber

Q.10. Which drug is commonly used in the treatment of tuberculosis?

1. Rifampicin
2. Amoxicillin
3. Cephalexin
4. Metronidazole

Q.11. Which polymer is used for enteric coating of tablets?

1. Hydroxypropyl cellulose
2. Eudragit
3. Starch
4. Gelatin

Q.12. Which of the following is a β-lactam antibiotic?

1. Ciprofloxacin
2. Penicillin
3. Vancomycin
4. Erythromycin

Q.13. What is the main site of drug metabolism?

1. Kidney
2. Liver
3. Lungs
4. Heart

Q.14. Which neurotransmitter is mainly affected in Alzheimer’s disease?

1. Dopamine
2. Serotonin
3. Acetylcholine
4. GABA

Q.15. Which anticoagulant is used in blood storage bags?

1. Heparin
2. Warfarin
3. EDTA
4. Citrate

Q.16. Which of the following is a third-generation cephalosporin?

1. Cephalexin
2. Ceftriaxone
3. Cefuroxime
4. Cefazolin

Q.17. Which hormone is responsible for milk ejection?

1. Prolactin
2. Oxytocin
3. Estrogen
4. Progesterone

Q.18. What is the normal shelf life of most pharmaceutical tablets?

1. 1-2 years
2. 3-5 years
3. 5-7 years
4. 10 years

Q.19. Which drug is used as an antidote for heparin overdose?

1. Vitamin K
2. Protamine sulfate
3. EDTA
4. Warfarin

Q.20. Which analytical technique is used for drug purity testing?

1. NMR
2. UV Spectroscopy
3. IR Spectroscopy
4. HPLC

Q.21. Which is an example of an aminoglycoside antibiotic?

1. Tetracycline
2. Amikacin
3. Erythromycin
4. Clindamycin

Q.22. Which dosage form bypasses first-pass metabolism?

1. Oral tablet
2. Sublingual tablet
3. Capsule
4. Suppository

Q.23. Which of these is a synthetic corticosteroid?

1. Prednisolone
2. Adrenaline
3. Insulin
4. Thyroxine

Q.24. Which organ is most affected by nephrotoxic drugs?

1. Liver
2. Heart
3. Kidneys
4. Lungs

Q.25. Which of the following is a macrolide antibiotic?

1. Erythromycin
2. Ciprofloxacin
3. Amoxicillin
4. Doxycycline

Q.26. Which one is a commonly used antiepileptic drug?

1. Diazepam
2. Phenytoin
3. Paracetamol
4. Ibuprofen

Q.27. Which of the following is used as a preservative in pharmaceutical preparations?

1. Citric acid
2. Chlorocresol
3. Sucrose
4. Starch

Q.28. Which gas is used for sterilizing heat-sensitive equipment?

1. Nitrogen
2. Carbon dioxide
3. Ethylene oxide
4. Oxygen

Q.29. What is the use of mannitol in pharmacy?

1. Diuretic
2. Antibiotic
3. Analgesic
4. Antifungal

Q.30. Which of the following is a sedative-hypnotic agent?

1. Paracetamol
2. Diazepam
3. Aspirin
4. Metformin

Q.31. Which is a commonly used emulsifying agent?

1. Sucrose
2. Acacia
3. Magnesium sulfate
4. Sodium chloride

Q.32. Which vitamin is synthesized in the skin by sunlight?

1. Vitamin A
2. Vitamin B12
3. Vitamin D
4. Vitamin K

Q.33. Which drug class does Losartan belong to?

1. Beta-blockers
2. Calcium channel blockers
3. ACE inhibitors
4. ARBs

Q.34. Which laboratory test evaluates kidney function?

1. LFT
2. ECG
3. Serum creatinine
4. CBC

Q.35. Which schedule deals with prescription drugs in India?

1. Schedule H
2. Schedule K
3. Schedule P
4. Schedule J

Q.36. Which organelle is called the 'powerhouse of the cell'?

1. Nucleus
2. Golgi apparatus
3. Mitochondria
4. Ribosome

Q.37. Which drug is used to treat hyperthyroidism?

1. Levothyroxine
2. Methimazole
3. Insulin
4. Prednisone

Q.38. Which electrolyte is critical for nerve impulse transmission?

1. Calcium
2. Magnesium
3. Potassium
4. Iron

Q.39. Which of the following is a loop diuretic?

1. Spironolactone
2. Furosemide
3. Hydrochlorothiazide
4. Amiloride

Q.40. Which part of the prescription contains instructions to the pharmacist?

1. Superscription
2. Inscription
3. Subscription
4. Signature

Q.41. What is the role of glidants in tablet formulation?

1. Binders
2. Disintegrants
3. Flow enhancers
4. Lubricants

Q.42. Which test is used to detect the presence of reducing sugars?

1. Molisch test
2. Benedict's test
3. Biuret test
4. Tollen's test

Q.43. Which Indian body regulates drug approvals?

1. CDSCO
2. FDA
3. WHO
4. IMA

Q.44. Which enzyme breaks down proteins in the stomach?

1. Amylase
2. Pepsin
3. Lipase
4. Trypsin

Q.45. Which part of the plant is used in case of digitalis?

1. Root
2. Leaf
3. Bark
4. Flower

Q.46. Which is an example of a fixed-dose combination drug?

1. Paracetamol
2. Amoxicillin
3. Lopinavir/Ritonavir
4. Metformin

Q.47. Which type of immunity is passed from mother to child?

1. Active immunity
2. Artificial immunity
3. Passive natural immunity
4. Adaptive immunity

Q.48. Which analytical method separates mixtures based on polarity?

1. UV Spectroscopy
2. Chromatography
3. Titration
4. Electrophoresis

Q.49. Which drug is used for emergency contraception?

1. Levonorgestrel
2. Ethinylestradiol
3. Misoprostol
4. Mifepristone

Q.50. Which vitamin is essential for blood clotting?

1. Vitamin A
2. Vitamin D
3. Vitamin E
4. Vitamin K