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Pharmacy Pharmacognosy Bachelor of Pharmacy

Q. 4 of Quiz-37 (Que-ID : 4)

Ephedra is used as :

  • Astringent
  • Bronchodilator
  • Hypotensive
  • None of these

Ans → (b)Bronchodilator

Explanation → Ephedra is used for Hey fever, nasal congestion, and respiratory tract conditions such as bronchospasm, asthma and bronchitis.

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