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Urginea maritimma is used as-
Pharmacognosy D. Pharma B. Pharma Diploma in Pharmacy
Q. 17 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1397)
Urginea maritimma is used as-
- Purgative
- Astringent
- Cardiotonic
- Anti-infective
Ans → (c)Cardiotonic
Explanation → due to presence of Scillarene B, it is used as cardiotonic. It also has diuretic and expectorant actions.
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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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Range of warm temperature is-
- 2-8 °ree;C
- 8-25 °ree;C
- 30-40 °ree;C
- above 40°ree;C
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. 5 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 92)
Which one of the following drug's tablet should be stored in the closely tight container to prevent loss of potency?
- Phenytoin
- Propranolol
- Nitroglycerine
- All of these
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Which of the following metabolite of cyclophosphamide is responsible for its anti-tumor actitivity?
- Phosphoramide mustard
- Acrolein
- Aldophosphamide
- 4-hydroxy cyclophosphamide
Q. 2 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1185)
A type of account relating to losses and incomes is:
- Personal
- Real
- Nominal
- Profit and loss
Q. 9 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1586)
An oxidative pathway of glucose-6-phosphate is also known as…
- Phosphogluconate pathway
- Pentose phosphate pathway
- Hexose monophosphate pathway
- All of them
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- Primary source of information
- Secondary source of information
- Tertiary source of information
- none of the above
Q. 10 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1567)
When the action of the drug is opposed by the other drug, the the phenomenon is known as
- Antagonism
- Synergism
- Opposition
- Potentisation
Q. 4 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1531)
Which of the following terms cannot be properly paired?
- cranial, skull
- nasal, buccal
- orbital, eyes
- frontal, forehead
Q. 13 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1322)
The oldest form of business organisation is-
- Joint stock company
- Sole Proprietorship
- Partnership
- All of the above
Q. 16 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 689)
Which one of these substance can be directly compressed into tablet?
- Paracetamol
- Aspirin
- Indomethacin
- Salicylic acid
Q. 9 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1493)
Microsomal enzyme induction can be a cause of
- Tolerance
- Physical dependence
- Psychological dependence
- Idiosyncrasy
Q. 10 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1477)
Drugs that cause evacuation of bowels or defecation are… . .
- Purgatives
- Antiemetics
- Tranquilizers
- Adsobent
Q. 7 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1160)
Which type of surfactants have both hydrophobic and hydrophilic portion?
- Anionic surfactants
- Cationic surfactants
- Non-ionic surfactants
- Sodium soap
Q. 24 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 475)
Fluorosis is caused by the excess intake of:
- Copper
- Calcium
- Zinc
- Fluorine
Q. 8 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 3908)
Hyperlipidemia is excess of
- Cholesterol and triglycerides
- Free fatty acids
- Glucose
- Ketone bodies
Q. 4 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1454)
Limited scope of expansion is the disadvantage of…
- Sole proprietorship
- Partnership firms
- Co operative society
- All of them
Q. 30 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 673)
Which one is a HMGC A reductase inhibitor?
Which one is a HMGC A reductase inhibitor?
- Rhabdomylosis
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Rise in serum transaminase
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. 27 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1180)
The substance added to form deflocculated suspensions is -
- Suspending agent
- Wetting agent
- Electrolytes
- Dispersing agents
Q. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1500)
Pilocarpine is used for
- Glaucoma
- Paralytic ileus
- Urinary retention
- Infection
Q. 29 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1122)
Aminophylline is salt of ethylenediamine with -
- Theophylline
- Caffeine
- Theobromine
- None of the above
Q. 16 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1825)
5-hydroxytryptophan on decarboxylation gives-
- Tryptophan
- 5-hydroxy indole acetic acid
- 5-hydroxytryptamine
- Indole
Q. 10 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1034)
Sulphur glass is prepared from soda glass by treating it's surface with -
- Sulphur
- Sulphur dioxide
- Sodium sulphate
- None of the above
Q. 11 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 462)
The Enzymes of HMP pathway are located in:
- Cytosol
- Adipose tissue
- Heart
- Intestine
Directions : For each question, choose a correct option from given four options (A, B, C and D)
Q. 21 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1235)Angina induced by emotions is reffered to as-
- Prinz metals angina
- variant angina
- classic angina
- unstable angina
Q. 15 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 569)
Consider the following:
Consider the following:
1. Cylinder
2. Spark Plug
3. Piston
Which of the above is / are used in Diesel engine?
- Only 1 & 2
- Only 2 & 3
- Only 1 & 3
- 1, 2 & 3
Q. 28 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1181)
Which is not a mineral hydrocolloid?
- Veegum
- Colloidal silica
- Colloidal alumina
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Q. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1627)
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- Functions of cell
- Size of cell
- Phenotype of cell
- All of the above
Q. 15 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1138)
Name the suspending agent used in calamine lotion?
- ZnO
- Bentonite
- Sodium citrate
- Glycerol
Q. 25 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 642)
Manufacture without bond licences are issued by -
Manufacture without bond licences are issued by -
- Excise Commissioner
- Drug Inspector
- Government Analyst
- Registrar
Q. 8 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1131)
The label shake well before use is indicated on the mixture containing -
- Soluble medicaments
- Potent medicament
- Diffusible medicaments
- Miscible liquid
Q. 26 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1406)
Pungency of chilies is due to the presence of?
- Capsaicin
- Capsanthin
- Carotene
- Pungent protein
Q. 19 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1053)
Sarcolemma is a covering of
- Nerve fibre
- Muscle fibre
- Collagen fibre
- Cartilage
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
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