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Amlodepine Lowers blood pressure by-
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Q. 6 of Quiz-266 (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
Ans → (a)Inhibition of calcium influx
Explanation → Amlodepine is a long acting dihydropyridine type calcium channel blocker.
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Q. 1 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 411)
Suganril is common brand name for:
- Phenylbutazone
- Piroxican
- Benorylate
- Indomethacin
Q. 2 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 643)
Which one of these is μ-opioid agonist?
- Pethidine
- Codeine
- Nalorphine
- None of these
Q. 3 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 644)
Levodopa is amino acid precursor of -
- Adrenaline
- Dopamine
- Norepinephrine
- All of these
Q. 4 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 645)
The most potent CNS stimulant among xanthine bases are-
- Theophylline
- Caffeine
- Theobromine
- All of these
Q. 5 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 646)
Chlorpromazine is useful in the treatment of -
- Mental depression
- Schizophrenia
- Parkinsonism
- None of the above
Q. 6 of Quiz-266 (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. 7 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 650)
Cholestyramine is useful in the treatment of -
- Arrhythmia
- Hypertension
- Hyper lipoproteinemia
- Angina pectoris
Q. 9 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 652)
Lovastatin is useful in -
- High blood pressure
- Arrhythmia
- Hyper lipoproteinemia
- Angina pectoris
Q. 10 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 653)
Oral anticoagulants act by antagonising the actions of -
- Calcium ion
- Prothrombin
- Vitamin K
- Fibrinogen
Q. 11 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 654)
Glucocorticoid are used in the treatment of :
- Inflammation
- Inflammation and allergy
- Skin infections
- Allergy
Q. 12 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 655)
The sulphonamides are :
- Bactericidal in nature
- Bacteriostatic in nature
- Bactericidal only at high dose
- None of the above
Q. 13 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 656)
Tetracycline act by -
- Inhibition of protein synthesis
- Interfering in cell wall synthesis
- Altering the permeability of cell membrane of organism
- All of the above
Q. 14 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 657)
Nystatin is principally effective in:
- Candidia albicans
- Blastomyces
- Cryptococcus histoplasma
- All of the above
Q. 15 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 658)
Pyridoxine is administered with isoniazid to minimise the:
- Hepatotoxicity
- Neurotoxicity
- Nephrotoxicity
- Allergic reaction
Q. 16 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 659)
Which one of these combination is used in Chloroquine resistance malaria?
- Trimethoprim + pyrimethamine
- Pyrimethamine + sulphadoxine
- Mefloquine + Primaquine
- None of the above
Q. 17 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 660)
Which one of the enzyme is used in the treatment of cancer?
- L- asparginase
- Phosphodiesterase
- Xanthine Oxidase
- None of the above
Q. 18 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 661)
Eserine acts by -
- Receptor mechanism
- Acting on cell membrane
- Drug-enzyme interactions
- None of the above
Q. 19 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 662)
Desferrioxamine is a :
- Chelating agent
- Antimetabolite
- Enzyme inhibitor
- None of the above
Q. 20 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 663)
Sodium valproate prevent the epileptic seizure by -
- Depressing the CNS
- Preventing influx of sodium
- Preventing influx of calcium
- None of the above
Q. 21 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 664)
Which one of these is used with hyoscine to induce Twilight sleep?
- Pentazocine
- Pethidine
- Diphenhydramine
- None of the above
Q. 22 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 665)
Ergot preparations are useful in migraine due to its-
- Oxytocic action
- Vasoconstriction action
- α -receptors blocking action
- None of the above
Q. 23 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 666)
Which one of these is a major tranquilizer?
- Phenelzine
- Promethazine
- Trifluoperazine
- Hydroxyzine
Q. 24 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 667)
Which one is a cholinomimetic agent?
Which one is a cholinomimetic agent?
- Atropine
- Salbutamol
- Tolbutamide
- Acetylcholine
Q. 25 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 668)
Testosterone is not orally active because?
Testosterone is not orally active because?
- React with acid
- Degradation
- Reduction
- Rapid oxidation of 17-hydroxy group to ketones
Q. 26 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 669)
Which one of the following drug shows antiplatelet activity?
Which one of the following drug shows antiplatelet activity?
- Verapamil
- Nifedipine
- Warferin
- Dipyridamole
Q. 27 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 670)
Nociceptors are associated with:
Nociceptors are associated with:
- Chemical
- Pain
- Temperature
- Pressure
Q. 28 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 671)
Drug that shows selective antagonistic selective H1 antagonistic action?
Drug that shows selective antagonistic selective H1 antagonistic action?
- Chlorpheniramine
- Cimetidine
- Ranitidine
- Thioperamide
Q. 29 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 672)
Which one is the alkylating anticancer drug?
Which one is the alkylating anticancer drug?
- Fluorouracil
- Vincristine
- Thiotepa
- Doxorubicin
Q. 30 of Quiz-266 (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
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Q. 4 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1028)
Collapsible tubes made from lead is not used for pharmaceutical packaging due to
- Inferior metal
- Risk of lead poisoning
- Soft in nature
- Not good in appearance
Q. 8 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1502)
Reactivation of cholinesterase enzyme occurs on hydrolysis of the inhibitor by the same enzyme mole- cule in case of the following anticholinesterase
- Edrophonium
- Dyflos
- Tacrine
- Neostigmine
Q. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1483)
The consumption of a drug apart from medical needs or in unnecessary quantities is…
- Drug misuse
- Drug habituation
- Drug abuse
- Drug addiction
Q. 16 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1694)
Brine is a concentrated solution of-
- sodium hydroxide
- sodium chloride
- Potassium chloride
- Potassium carbonate
Q. 28 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 671)
Drug that shows selective antagonistic selective H1 antagonistic action?
Drug that shows selective antagonistic selective H1 antagonistic action?
- Chlorpheniramine
- Cimetidine
- Ranitidine
- Thioperamide
Q. 30 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 117)
Which one of the following is the initial step in the absorption of the drug from a tablet
- Deaggregation
- Diffusion
- Disintegration
- Dissolutuin
Q. 21 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1371)
Edman's reagent is chemically-
- Phenyl isothiocyanate
- Phenyl chloride
- Phenyl bromide
- Aniline
Q. 3 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1580)
Enzymatic hydrolysis of major nutrients in GIT to yield their simpler components is .....
- Fermentation
- Deglutition
- Glycolysis
- Digestion
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
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Q. 17 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1231)Texas urinary catheter is designed for-
- female patients
- male patients
- elderly patients
- small children
Q. 26 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1092)
Which one of these vitamin is a naphthaquinone derivative?
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin K
- Vitamin D
Q. 27 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1210)
The maximum number of partners allowed in a general business -
- 10
- 20
- 50
- 100
Q. 11 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 462)
The Enzymes of HMP pathway are located in:
- Cytosol
- Adipose tissue
- Heart
- Intestine
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. 23 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 666)
Which one of these is a major tranquilizer?
- Phenelzine
- Promethazine
- Trifluoperazine
- Hydroxyzine
Q. 9 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1269)
The absorption rate is faster for-
- Capsule
- Tablet
- Coated tablet
- Solution
Q. 1 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 11)
Pharmacokinetic deals with the study of:
- Rate of metabolism of drug
- Rate of distribution of drug
- Rate of drug action
- Rate of absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion of drug
Q. 9 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 652)
Lovastatin is useful in -
- High blood pressure
- Arrhythmia
- Hyper lipoproteinemia
- Angina pectoris
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. 10 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1557)
Which of the following method is used to manufacture suppositories
- Compression molding
- Dissolution
- Sterilisation
- Disinfection
Q. 7 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1130)
Vehicle present in the linctuses is -
- Syrup
- Aromatic waters
- Water
- None of the above
Q. 4 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 91)
Isoniazid causes hapatotoxicity due to
- Its metabolite acetylhydrazine
- Accumulation of isoniazid in hepatic cells
- Its metabolite acetylisoniazid
- Deficience of pyrifoxine caused by prolonged isoniazid theory
Q. 27 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1377)
Cholesterol is one of the important factor in the synthesis of-
- Bile acids
- hormones
- vitamin D
- All of the above
Q. 3 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1383)
Ashwagandha is common name for-
- Wthania somniferum
- Holarrhena antidysentrica
- Bacopa moneira
- Centella asiatica
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. 43 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 130)
Active immunity is induced by
- Placental transfer of antibodies
- Infection
- Injection of gamma-globulins
- Injection of antibodies
Q. 7 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1190)
Which of the method of advertisement is suitable for uneducated media?
- Magazines
- Audio visual
- News papers
- Any of the above
Q. 10 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1688)
Iodine dissolves in water with the addition of-
- Sodium chloride
- Sulphur
- Potassium iodide
- Calcium carbonate
Q. 2 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1155)
An example of physical incompatibility is -
- Milk + water
- Sugar + water
- Camphor + menthol
- Sodium chloride + water
Q. 1 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1184)
Poultry farms comes under which industry?
- Extractive industries
- Genetic industries
- Manufacturing industries
- Construction industries
Q. 11 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1840)
Malaria is transmitted through -
- Female culex musquito
- Female housefly
- Female anopheles mosquito
- none of the these
Q. 4 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1313)
OTC drugs are-
- Ethical drugs
- Prescription drugs
- Ethical and prescription drugs
- non-prescription drugs
Q. 3 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1607)
What is glycolysis?
- synthesis of glycogen
- breakdown of glycogen
- synthesis of glucose
- Utilization of glucose
Q. 7 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 650)
Cholestyramine is useful in the treatment of -
- Arrhythmia
- Hypertension
- Hyper lipoproteinemia
- Angina pectoris
Q. 9 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1576)
What are the bones of the fingers known as?
- carpals
- phalanges
- short bones
- metacarpals
Q. 23 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 474)
Bial's Reagent is a solution of:
- Alpha napthol in alcohol
- Phenol in 30% HCL
- Orcinol in 30% HCL
- Orcinol in 30% HCL + ferric chloride
Q. 13 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1363)
The sugars formed as a result of sucrose digestion are-
- Fructose and glucose
- maltose and glucose
- glucose and glucose
- galactose and glucose
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. 35 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 122)
Borntrager test is used to identification of
- Senna
- Squill
- Cinchona
- Digitalis
Q. 18 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1696)
Ammonium chloride is dried by-
- Heating to constant weight
- Keeping in air
- Drying over desicant
- All of the above
Q. 8 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 3858)
Deamination of amino acids occurs during the
- Anabolism of amino acid
- Catabolism of amino acid
- Formation of urea
- Krebs cycle
Q. 12 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 3862)
Which test is used for distinguishing monosaccharides?
- Bebedicts
- Tollens
- Barfoeds
- Ninhydrin
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