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Cinchona belongs to family-
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Q. 5 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1385)
Cinchona belongs to family-
- Rutaceae
- Apocynaceae
- Rubiaceae
- Lauraceae
Ans → (c)Rubiaceae
Explanation → Cinchona is a genus of about 38 species in the family Rubiaceae.
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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. 21 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1699)
What is calamine?
- Zinc oxide
- Zinc oxide with traces of magnesium oxide
- Zinc oxide with traces of ferric oxide
- Zinc carbonate
Q. 13 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1822)
Steven-Johnson syndrome is associated with-
- Penicillin
- Cephalosporin
- Sulphonamides
- Erythromycin
Q. 23 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 640)
What is the punishment, when any person obstructing an inspector to exercise his duty?
What is the punishment, when any person obstructing an inspector to exercise his duty?
- Imprisonment upto 6 months or fine upto Rs. 1000 or both
- Imprisonment upto 1 yrs or fine upto Rs. 5000 or both
- Imprisonment upto 5 yrs or fine upto Rs. 10000 or both
- Imprisonment upto 3 yrs or fine upto Rs. 5000 or both
Q. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1610)
Oxidation of glucose for energy production is… ..
- Gluconeogenesis
- Glycogenolysis
- Thermogenesis
- Glycolysis
Q. 27 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1180)
The substance added to form deflocculated suspensions is -
- Suspending agent
- Wetting agent
- Electrolytes
- Dispersing agents
Q. 14 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1843)
Which of the following has the highest amount of polyunsaturated fatty acid?
- sunflower oil
- Ground nut oil
- Palm Oil
- Soyabean oil
Q. 15 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1275)
Range of warm temperature is-
- 2-8 °ree;C
- 8-25 °ree;C
- 30-40 °ree;C
- above 40°ree;C
Q. 12 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1165)
Extraction of vegetables drug with cold or boiling water for short time is called
- Tincture
- Infusion
- Percolate
- Spirit
Q. 7 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 509)
The Records for the drugs having date of expiry should be preserved for a period of atleast:
- 5 years
- 2 years
- 1 year
- 6 months
Q. 21 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1174)
In situ salt formation is a technique used in drug therapy to overcome -
- Lack of solubility of salt
- Poor absorption
- Chemical instability
- Complexation problems
Q. 1 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1310)
The term transactions in business referes to-
- Exchange of goods
- goods and services
- transfer of goods
- Goods and sale
Q. 50 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 137)
List of minimum equipements required for efficient running of pharmacy is given in shedule
- M
- N
- A
- R
Q. 5 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1314)
Safety stock is used for -
- For protection of store from fire or thefts
- As an insuarance claim during emergency
- for emergency to meet unforeseen demands
- to increase the market value of product
Q. 11 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1077)
Naphazoline is used in -
- Asthma
- Hypotension
- Nasal congestion
- Hay fever
Q. 33 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 120)
Tragacanth in water is associated with
- Plastic flow
- Pseudoplatic flow
- Dialatant flow
- None of these
Q. 30 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1708)
which of the following is used as Rust inhibitor?
- Sodium nitrite
- liquid nitrogen
- Calcium carbide
- sodium thiosulphate
Q. 25 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1375)
Xanthine is converted to uric acid in the presence of enzyme-
- Xanthine oxidase
- xanthine reductase
- xanthine transferase
- xanthine isomerase
Q. 8 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1535)
Which structure within the cell produces ATP (adenosine triphosphate)?
- the mitochondria
- the nucleus
- peripheral proteins
- the endoplasmic reticulum
Q. 41 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 128)
Which of the given combination has an intraction, beneficial for routine clinical use?
- Hydralazine and atenolol
- Metochlopramide and levodopa
- Quinidine and digoxine
- Furosemide and lithium carbonate
Directions : For each question, choose a correct option from given four options (A, B, C and D)
Q. 24 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1238)The overbed trapeze bar is used for-
- Hanging 1/v solution /drip
- repositioning the patient while sleeping
- safety rail on a hospital bed
- sitting up and getting into and out of bed by the patient
Q. 2 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 2)
Shatavary is common name for
- Asparagus racemosus
- Catelli asiatica
- Bacopa moniera
- None of these
Q. 4 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1551)
Generally pastes contain
- Very low percentage of insoluble solids
- Low percentage of insoluble solids
- High percentage of insoluble solids
- soluble solids
Q. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1490)
Marked redistribution is a feature of
- Highly plasma protein bound drugs
- Depot preparations
- Highly lipid soluble drugs
- Poorly lipid soluble drugs
Q. 10 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1360)
Milky type colour of urine is due to the presence of-
- Albumins
- haemoglobin
- Fatty acid
- Nephritis
Q. 2 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1065)
Adrenaline (vasoconstrictor) is used with procaine hydrochloride injection to -
- Increase the activity of procaine
- Prolong the duration of anesthetic action
- Reduce the toxicity
- None of the above
Q. 14 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1167)
Lozenges are also known as
- Buccal tablets
- Pessaries
- Troches
- Pastilles
Q. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1553)
In the preparation of cold creams, which types of bases are used generally?
- Fatty base
- Hydrocarbon base
- Water removable bases
- Absorption base
Q. 10 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 97)
Efficiency of ball mill depends on
- Rotational speed
- Density of balls
- Volume occupied by the balls
- All of these
Q. 4 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1571)
What is a “trochanter”?
- projection that forms part of an articulation
- part of a femur
- groove in which lies a tendon
- a feature of the pelvis
Directions : For each question, choose a correct option from given four options (A, B, C and D)
Q. 25 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1239)Low bioavailability indicates that-
- drug is poorly absorbed
- drug is rapidly metabolised
- drug is not properly relesaed from the formulation
- all of the above
Directions : For each question, choose a correct option from given four options (A, B, C and D)
Q. 20 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1234)Haematologic testing with AIDS patient will show-
- Basophilia
- Thrombocytopenia
- Lymphopenia
- Eosinophilia
Q. 13 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1106)
Which one of these antitubercular drugs contain pyridine nucleus?
- Isoniazid
- Pyrizinamide
- Ethionamide
- Cycloserine
Q. 15 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 658)
Pyridoxine is administered with isoniazid to minimise the:
- Hepatotoxicity
- Neurotoxicity
- Nephrotoxicity
- Allergic reaction
Directions : For each question, choose a correct option from given four options (A, B, C and D)
Q. 10 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1224)The defective purine metabolism may lead to-
- Spondolytes
- Anaemia
- Gout
- Arthritis
Q. 1 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1485)
Compared to subcutaneous injection, the intramus- cular injection of drugs:
- Is more painful
- Produces faster response
- Is unsuitable for depot preparations
- Carries greater risk of anaphylactic reaction
Q. 4 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1571)
What is a “trochanter”?
- projection that forms part of an articulation
- part of a femur
- groove in which lies a tendon
- a feature of the pelvis
Q. 11 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1194)
Induction training is meant for -
- Existing employees
- New employees
- Both (a) and (b)
- None of the above
Directions : For each question, choose a correct option from given four options (A, B, C and D)
Q. 23 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1237)Patient controlled analgesia (PCA) is a system in which-
- Analgesia drugs are taken orally
- Analgesia are taken I/V or I/M
- Analgesia are administered I/V by nurse/physician
- Analgesia are taken by I/V or S/C route directly by patient himself.
Q. 17 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1110)
Which of these has azocinyl moiety?
- Guanethidine
- Clofibrate
- Quinidine
- Quinine
Q. 18 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1827)
Rhabdomylosis side effect is related with-
- Atenolol
- Atorvastatin
- Propranalol
- Digoxin
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