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Vasaka is used as-
Pharmacognosy D. Pharma B. Pharma Diploma in Pharmacy
Q. 18 of Quiz-780 (Que-ID : 1398)
Vasaka is used as-
- Expectorant
- sedative
- stimulant
- cardiac tonic
Ans → (a)Expectorant
Explanation → vasaka shows bonchodilatory activity due to presence of alkaloids vasicine and vasicinone.
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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. 22 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1175)
Disposable syringes are made up of -
- Polypropylene
- Transparent polystyrene
- Glass
- Poly tetrachloro ethylene
Q. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1315)
ICICI stands for -
- Industrial Credit and Investment Corporation of India
- Inductrial and Commercial Investment Corporation of India
- Indian Corporation of Investments and Commercial Institution
- Industrial Corporation of Investment and Credit Income
Q. 7 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1357)
What are the chief storage sites for manganese in the body?
- Kidney
- Muscles
- Stomach
- Heart
Q. 4 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 455)
Vitamins that bind to Ca++ ATPase in intestinal cells is:
- Vitamin B1
- Vitamin B2
- Vitamin B6
- Vitamin D
Q. 39 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 126)
An enzyme catalysed the conversion of alddose sugar to ketose sugar would be classified as
- Isomerases
- Transferases
- Hydrolysases
- Oxydoreductases
Q. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1266)
Apnea is a term related to-
- Pain in Joints
- Falling of hair
- Abnormal rhythm of heart
- Transitory cessation of breathing
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. 7 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1100)
Lasix is the common brand name for
- Furosemide
- Ethacrynic acid
- Sprinolactone
- Hydrochlorthiazide
Q. 25 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1703)
Limit tests are performed in-
- Flask
- Test Tube
- Nesslar cylinder
- none of the above
Directions : For each question, choose a correct option from given four options (A, B, C and D)
Q. 13 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1227)Which forcep is used to hold the appendix?
- Alli's tissue forcep
- Badcock's forcep
- Lan's tissue forcep
- all of the above
Q. 28 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1094)
The number of nitrogen atom in benzimidazole is :
- 2 in the same ring
- 3 in the same ring
- 1 in the five membered ring
- 2 in the different ring
Q. 7 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1574)
Which one of the following is a bone that is embedded within a tendon?
- hyoid
- sesamoid
- sphenoid
- ethmoid
Q. 2 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1509)
Select the β-adrenergic blocker that has additional β1blocking, vasodilator and antioxidant properties
- Celiprolol
- Metoprolol
- Carvedilol
- Acebutolol
Q. 23 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1057)
What is embolism?
- Breaking of blood clot
- Stoping of blood clot
- Movement of blood clot in vessels
- None of the above
Q. 8 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 681)
The extraction process, in which crude drug is kept in contact with menstrum is called
- infusion
- maceration
- percolation
- none of these
Q. 16 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 689)
Which one of these substance can be directly compressed into tablet?
- Paracetamol
- Aspirin
- Indomethacin
- Salicylic acid
Q. 28 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1181)
Which is not a mineral hydrocolloid?
- Veegum
- Colloidal silica
- Colloidal alumina
- Tragacanth
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. 10 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1133)
Which thickening agent is inorganic in nature?
- Acacia
- Compound tragacanth powder
- Bentonite
- None of the above
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. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 649)
Amlodepine Lowers blood pressure by-
- Inhibition of calcium influx
- Inhibition of angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE)
- Blocking norepinephrine reuptake
- All of the above
Q. 19 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1112)
Which one of these is not a mydriatic agent?
- Atropine
- Homatropine
- Tropicamide
- Hyoscyamine
Q. 12 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 655)
The sulphonamides are :
- Bactericidal in nature
- Bacteriostatic in nature
- Bactericidal only at high dose
- None of the above
Q. 3 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1069)
Oxyphenbutazone is active metabolite of following -
- Sulphinpyrazole
- Pyrazole
- Phenylbutazone
- None of the above
Q. 5 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1814)
Slow metabolism of isoniazid in africans are due to-
- Genetic variation
- Idiosyncracy
- Teratogenic effect
- none of the above
Q. 18 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1084)
Which one of these is an anabolic steroid?
- Testosterone propionate
- Fluxymesterone
- Stanozolol
- None of the above
Q. 30 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1123)
The diagnostic agent propyliodone is used for -
- Urography
- Bronchography
- Arteriography
- Myelography
Q. 22 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1145)
Henderson - Hassel equation is related to
- Buffer solution
- Osmotic pressure
- Absorption
- Dissolution rate
Q. 17 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1367)
Treatment of glycogen with iodine shows which colour?
- Violet
- Green
- Red
- Yellow
Q. 3 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1469)
Alcoholic or hydroalcoholic preparations of vegetable drugs are….
- Syrups
- Emulsions
- Mixtures
- Tinctures
Q. 19 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1142)
Which part of pyrogen elevates body temperature?
- Protein
- Lipopolysaccharide
- Lipid
- None of the above
Q. 5 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1656)
Which of the following symptom does not appear during first week of infection in typhoid?
- Diarrhoea in children
- Delirium
- Fever
- Myalgia
Q. 19 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1697)
Which one of these is used to treat dandruff?
- Sulphur
- Selenium sulphide
- yellow mercuric oxide
- none of the above
Q. 8 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1492)
Which of the following is a prodrug
- Enalapril
- Menapril
- Thiazine
- Penicillin
Q. 21 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1087)
The structure of penicillin consists of
- Thiozolidine
- β -lactam
- Thiazolidine and β -lactam ring
- None of the above
Q. 16 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1276)
The main role of PTC is in-
- managing hospital
- ADR's
- financing hospital
- recruitments for hospital
Q. 27 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1210)
The maximum number of partners allowed in a general business -
- 10
- 20
- 50
- 100
Q. 1 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1568)
Which of the following is a function of the skeletal system?
- haemopoiesis
- haemostasis
- peristalsis
- glycogenolysis
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