Which of the following is the prodrug of dopamine?
Explanation:
Levodopa crosses the blood-brain barrier and is converted into dopamine, which helps in Parkinson’s disease.
Which phase of clinical trials determines the efficacy of a drug?
Explanation:
Phase III trials confirm the drug's effectiveness in large populations before approval.
Which of the following drugs is an H2 receptor antagonist?
Explanation:
Ranitidine blocks H2 receptors in the stomach, reducing acid production.
What is the normal pH range of blood?
Explanation:
The normal pH of blood is maintained within 7.35-7.45 for homeostasis.
Which schedule of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act regulates narcotic drugs in India?
Explanation:
Schedule X drugs require special prescription and strict regulations due to addiction potential.
Which dosage form is designed for controlled drug release?
Explanation:
Sustained-release tablets release drugs gradually over time, improving compliance.
Ginseng is commonly used for -
Explanation:
Ginseng roots is used as an aphrodisiac, stimulant, type II diabetes and cure for erectile dysfunction in man. Ginseng contains a series of tetracyclic triterpenoid saponins (ginsenosides) as active ingredients. It is considered a tonic or adaptogenic that enhances physical performance (including sexual), promotes vitality and increases resistance to stress and ageing.
'Jangali Pyaz' is synonym for
Explanation:
In Hindi language 'indian squill' is known as 'jungali pyaz'
Nutmeg belongs to the family-
Explanation:
The nutmeg tree is species of the genus Myristica and family myristicaceae.
Anise fruit is obtained from-
Explanation:
Pimpinella anisum, also called aniseed is a flowering plant in the family Apiaceae.
Fennel contains sweet principle called-
Explanation:
The essential oil in fennel is constituted mainly anethole (80%) and about fenchone ( 7.5% ).
'Mother cloves' is a term given to-
Explanation:
Mother cloves (anthophyllie) are the ripe fruits of cloves that are ovoid, brown berries, unicellular, and one-seeded.
