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Ashwagandha is common name for-
Pharmacognosy D. Pharma B. Pharma Diploma in Pharmacy
Q. 3 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1383)
Ashwagandha is common name for-
- Wthania somniferum
- Holarrhena antidysentrica
- Bacopa moneira
- Centella asiatica
Ans → (a)Wthania somniferum
Explanation → Withania somnifera, Indian ginseng is a plant in Solanaceae or nightshade family.
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Q. 1 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1381)
The term 'Pharmacognosy' was coined by-
- Pelletier
- Sertuener
- Stars and Otto
- Seydler
Q. 2 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1382)
The source of Indian acacia is-
- Acacia arabica
- Gelidium amansii
- Astragalus gummifur
- Sterculia urens
Q. 3 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1383)
Ashwagandha is common name for-
- Wthania somniferum
- Holarrhena antidysentrica
- Bacopa moneira
- Centella asiatica
Q. 4 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1384)
Quinine and quinidine is differ in-
- Chemical structure
- solubility
- In rotating the plane of polarized light
- none of the above
Q. 5 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1385)
Cinchona belongs to family-
- Rutaceae
- Apocynaceae
- Rubiaceae
- Lauraceae
Q. 6 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1386)
Which one of these is called a Indian tobacco?
- Lobelia
- Nicotina
- Cocca leaves
- none of the above
Q. 8 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1388)
Deadly night shade plant is related to-
- Hyoscyamus niger
- Datura stramonium
- Belladonna
- none of the above
Q. 9 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1389)
Which one of these reagent is used to indicate the presence of emetine?
- Picric acid
- Potassium chlorate
- potassium bismuth iodide
- Iodine in pottassium iodide solution
Q. 10 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1390)
Nux-vomica seed belongs to the family-
- Rubiaceae
- Loganiaceae
- Papaveraceae
- Apocynaceae
Q. 11 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1391)
Which one of these alkaloids is volatile in nature?
- Narcotine
- Papaverine
- Nicotine
- Thebaine
Q. 12 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1392)
Keller-Killiani test is specified for-
- Aglycon part of digitalis glycosides
- Glycon part of Digitalis glycosides
- Both Glycon and Aglycon part
- none of the above
Q. 13 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1393)
which one of these is adulterant of digitalis leaves?
- Verbasscum thapsus
- Digitalis lutea
- Digitalis thapsi
- none of the above
Q. 15 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1395)
Amylum is synonym for-
- starch
- cellulose
- sodium alginate
- isaphgol mucilage
Q. 17 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1397)
Urginea maritimma is used as-
- Purgative
- Astringent
- Cardiotonic
- Anti-infective
Q. 19 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1399)
Camphor is obtained from which plant?
- Eucalyptus globulus
- Cinnammonnum camphora
- Chenopodium ambrosoids
- none of the above
Q. 20 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1400)
Cymbopogon citratus belongs to the family-
- Graminae
- Lauraceae
- Myrtaceae
- Rubiaceae
Q. 21 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1401)
Terpentine oil contains mainly-
- citral
- α-pinene
- Limonene
- Phellandrene
Q. 22 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1402)
Peppermint oil is synonym for-
- Mentha oil
- Chenopodium oil
- Cardamom oil
- Lemon oil
Q. 23 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1403)
Which part of the Dill fruit contains oil?
- Entire fruit
- Endosperm
- Vittae
- Mericarp
Q. 24 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1404)
Pale and black catechu are differentiated on the basis of presence/ absence of-
- Catechin
- Quercetin
- Gambier fluorecin
- Gums
Q. 25 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1405)
Triterpenoid saponins are present in-
- Arjuna Bark
- Black catechu
- Bahera
- none of the above
Q. 26 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1406)
Pungency of chilies is due to the presence of?
- Capsaicin
- Capsanthin
- Carotene
- Pungent protein
Q. 27 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1407)
Turmeric possess saffron colour due to presence of-
- Curcumin
- Turmerone
- Curcumens
- Phellandrene
Q. 28 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1408)
Free cinnamic acid is present in-
- Colophony
- Storax
- Asafoetida
- Balsam of tolu
Q. 30 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1410)
Silk fibres obtained from-
- seeds of goissypium
- Cacoons of Bombyx mori
- Synthetic source
- Corchorus cupsularin
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Q. 3 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 3903)
Alkaline phosphate level is increased in
- Ricket
- Leukemia
- Cardial infection
- Pancreatic deficiency
Q. 17 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1826)
Pharmaclogical action of morphine is-
- CNS stimulant
- Vasoconstriction
- Increase in blood pressure
- Release of histamine
Q. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1523)
The lungs are covered by a membrane called the _____
- parietal pleura
- visceral pleura
- parietal pericardium
- peritoneum
Q. 13 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1106)
Which one of these antitubercular drugs contain pyridine nucleus?
- Isoniazid
- Pyrizinamide
- Ethionamide
- Cycloserine
Q. 22 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1282)
Example of primary literature are-
- Americal drug index
- Index medicus
- Regularly published journals
- Remington's pharmaceutical science
Q. 29 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1095)
which one of these antineoplastic (anticancer) drugs contains platinum?
- Nitrogen mustard
- Busulphan
- Cisplatin
- Daunorubicin
Q. 23 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1283)
Repeated administration of barbiturates cause-
- Vitamin A deficiency
- Vitamin D deficiency
- Vitamin K deficiency
- none of these
Q. 8 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1074)
Which one of these drug is mono-amine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor?
- Imipramine
- Lithium citrate
- Amitriptyline
- Tranylcypromine
Q. 9 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1359)
The first amino acid during protein synthesis is-
- Arginine
- leucine
- valine
- methionine
Q. 16 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1169)
Dextrose injection is sterilised by
- Hot air oven
- Autoclave
- Tyndallization
- Pasteurization
Q. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1072)
Largactil is a a common name for -
- Prochlorperazine
- Chlorpromazine
- Perphenazine
- Promethazine
Q. 26 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1179)
Urethral suppositories are also called as -
- Pessaries
- Nasal bougies
- Bougies
- Suppositories
Q. 18 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 691)
The solution of potassium permangnate is filterd through
- Filter paper
- Whatman filter paper
- cotton wool
- Glass wool
Q. 15 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 102)
Most widely used film former in nail lacquer is
- Ethyle cellulose
- cellulose acetate
- cellulose nitrate
- cellulose acetobutyrate
Q. 20 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1173)
Shrinkage of gel by extrusion of liquid is called -
- Dilatancy
- Plasticity
- Ebullition
- Syneresis
Q. 9 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 433)
Nagarjuna Sagar Dam (1967) is situated on which River ?
- Krishna
- Kaveri
- Mahandi
- Ravi
Q. 14 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 566)
Conversion of heat into electrical energy can be achieved by using a -
Conversion of heat into electrical energy can be achieved by using a -
- ammeter
- Hydrometer
- Voltmeter
- Thermocouple
Q. 16 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1366)
Multiple forms of same enzymes are called-
- Coenzyme
- Apoenzymes
- Isoenzymes
- Haloenzymes
Q. 14 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1137)
The condensed product of oleic acid and ethylene oxide is called -
- Macrogol
- Cetomacrogol
- Polysorbates
- Spans
Q. 14 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 687)
The lack of ability to resist infection is
- susceptibility
- Tolerance
- Virulence
- none of these
Q. 10 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1133)
Which thickening agent is inorganic in nature?
- Acacia
- Compound tragacanth powder
- Bentonite
- None of the above
Q. 4 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1187)
alpha numeric codification is suitable for a -
- Large scale organisation
- Small scale organisation
- Medium scale organisation
- All of the above
Q. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1610)
Oxidation of glucose for energy production is… ..
- Gluconeogenesis
- Glycogenolysis
- Thermogenesis
- Glycolysis
Directions : For each question, choose a correct option from given four options (A, B, C and D)
Q. 4 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1218)Xylocaine HCL is not used orally because it is-
- Ineffective orally
- Acidic in nature
- Unstable in acidic media
- Stomach irritant
Directions :
Q. 4 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1488)The most important factor governing absorption of a drug from intact skin is
- Nature of the base used in the formulation
- Lipid solubility of the drug
- Molecular weight of the drug
- Site of application
Q. 28 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1337)
Buying of items from foreign country is called-
- Export
- Import
- Enteport
- All of the above
Q. 22 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1056)
The structural and functional unit of brain is?
- Nephrone
- Neuron
- Myosites
- Synapse
Q. 29 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1707)
which of the following is used in the eye treatment in minor infections?
- Ammoniated mercury
- Yellow mercuric oxide
- Potassium permangnate
- none of the above
Q. 7 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1031)
Roller mill works on the principle of
- Impact
- Attrition
- Compression
- Compression and attrition
Q. 25 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 501)
What is autocrine?
- Local hormones
- Steroids
- Biogenic amines
- None of the above
Q. 19 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1085)
Hydrocortisone differ from cortisone in possessing -
- Basic nucleus
- Double bond
- Hydroxy group in place of keto group at C-11
- None of the above
Q. 2 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1486)
The majority of drugs cross biological membranes primarily by
- Passive diffusion
- Facilitated diffusion
- Active transport
- Pinocytosis
Q. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1815)
Phenytoin act as anti-epilectic drug by-
- inhibiting the enzyme
- blocking the receptor
- acting on cell membrane
- non-specific drug action
Q. 1 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1478)
An institution of community health is…
- Hospital
- Industries
- Educational institutions
- None of them
Q. 2 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 675)
Ampoules generally contain
- Single dose parentral product
- multiple dose parental product
- Two or three doses
- none of these
Q. 1 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1679)
Aromatic spirit of ammonia is -
- Antidote
- Expectorant
- Respiratory stimulant
- Astringent
Q. 26 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1209)
The form of cheque for which we cannot get cash in hand is -
- Bearer cheque
- Order cheque
- Crossed cheque
- None of the above
Q. 9 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1503)
Pyridostigmine differs from neostigmine in that
- It produces less muscarinic side effects
- It is more potent orally
- It is longer acting
- It does not have any direct action on NM receptor
Q. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1099)
Digoxin contains hydroxyl groups at position-
- 3 and 12
- 3 and 14
- 3, 12 and 14
- 3, 12 and 15
Q. 26 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1179)
Urethral suppositories are also called as -
- Pessaries
- Nasal bougies
- Bougies
- Suppositories
Q. 24 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1207)
Which one is not the function of management?
- Planning
- Organising
- Crediting
- Staffing
Q. 9 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 626)
Schedule D of Drug and Cosmetic act is related to
- List of prescription drugs
- List of exempted from the certain provisions related to the manufacturing of drugs
- Standards for surgical dressings
- List of drugs exempted from the provisions of import of drug
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