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Pharmacist Exam MCQs – 50 Important Questions for Quick Revision

Pharmacist Exam MCQs – 50 Important Questions for Quick Revision

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Q1. Which of the following is the prodrug of dopamine?

A Levodopa B Epinephrine C Norepinephrine D Serotonin

Q2. Which phase of clinical trials determines the efficacy of a drug?

A Phase I B Phase II C Phase III D Phase IV

Q3. Which of the following drugs is an H2 receptor antagonist?

A Omeprazole B Ranitidine C Loratadine D Fexofenadine

Q4. What is the normal pH range of blood?

A 6.8 - 7.2 B 7.35 - 7.45 C 7.5 - 8.0 D 6.0 - 6.5

Q5. Which schedule of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act regulates narcotic drugs in India?

A Schedule H B Schedule X C Schedule G D Schedule C

Q6. Which dosage form is designed for controlled drug release?

A Tablet B Capsule C Sustained-release tablet D Powder

Q7. What is the primary function of bile salts in digestion?

A Emulsification of fats B Protein breakdown C Carbohydrate digestion D Acid neutralization

Q8. Which vitamin deficiency causes rickets?

A Vitamin A B Vitamin C C Vitamin D D Vitamin K

Q9. Which instrument is used for sterilization by dry heat?

A Autoclave B Hot air oven C Laminar airflow D UV chamber

Q10. Which drug is commonly used in the treatment of tuberculosis?

A Rifampicin B Amoxicillin C Cephalexin D Metronidazole

Q11. Which polymer is used for enteric coating of tablets?

A Hydroxypropyl cellulose B Eudragit C Starch D Gelatin

Q12. Which of the following is a β-lactam antibiotic?

A Ciprofloxacin B Penicillin C Vancomycin D Erythromycin

Q13. What is the main site of drug metabolism?

A Kidney B Liver C Lungs D Heart

Q14. Which neurotransmitter is mainly affected in Alzheimer’s disease?

A Dopamine B Serotonin C Acetylcholine D GABA

Q15. Which anticoagulant is used in blood storage bags?

A Heparin B Warfarin C EDTA D Citrate

Q16. Which of the following is a third-generation cephalosporin?

A Cephalexin B Ceftriaxone C Cefuroxime D Cefazolin

Q17. Which hormone is responsible for milk ejection?

A Prolactin B Oxytocin C Estrogen D Progesterone

Q18. What is the normal shelf life of most pharmaceutical tablets?

A 1-2 years B 3-5 years C 5-7 years D 10 years

Q19. Which drug is used as an antidote for heparin overdose?

A Vitamin K B Protamine sulfate C EDTA D Warfarin

Q20. Which analytical technique is used for drug purity testing?

A NMR B UV Spectroscopy C IR Spectroscopy D HPLC

Q21. Which is an example of an aminoglycoside antibiotic?

A Tetracycline B Amikacin C Erythromycin D Clindamycin

Q22. Which dosage form bypasses first-pass metabolism?

A Oral tablet B Sublingual tablet C Capsule D Suppository

Q23. Which of these is a synthetic corticosteroid?

A Prednisolone B Adrenaline C Insulin D Thyroxine

Q24. Which organ is most affected by nephrotoxic drugs?

A Liver B Heart C Kidneys D Lungs

Q25. Which of the following is a macrolide antibiotic?

A Erythromycin B Ciprofloxacin C Amoxicillin D Doxycycline

Q26. Which one is a commonly used antiepileptic drug?

A Diazepam B Phenytoin C Paracetamol D Ibuprofen

Q27. Which of the following is used as a preservative in pharmaceutical preparations?

A Citric acid B Chlorocresol C Sucrose D Starch

Q28. Which gas is used for sterilizing heat-sensitive equipment?

A Nitrogen B Carbon dioxide C Ethylene oxide D Oxygen

Q29. What is the use of mannitol in pharmacy?

A Diuretic B Antibiotic C Analgesic D Antifungal

Q30. Which of the following is a sedative-hypnotic agent?

A Paracetamol B Diazepam C Aspirin D Metformin

Q31. Which is a commonly used emulsifying agent?

A Sucrose B Acacia C Magnesium sulfate D Sodium chloride

Q32. Which vitamin is synthesized in the skin by sunlight?

A Vitamin A B Vitamin B12 C Vitamin D D Vitamin K

Q33. Which drug class does Losartan belong to?

A Beta-blockers B Calcium channel blockers C ACE inhibitors D ARBs

Q34. Which laboratory test evaluates kidney function?

A LFT B ECG C Serum creatinine D CBC

Q35. Which schedule deals with prescription drugs in India?

A Schedule H B Schedule K C Schedule P D Schedule J

Q36. Which organelle is called the 'powerhouse of the cell'?

A Nucleus B Golgi apparatus C Mitochondria D Ribosome

Q37. Which drug is used to treat hyperthyroidism?

A Levothyroxine B Methimazole C Insulin D Prednisone

Q38. Which electrolyte is critical for nerve impulse transmission?

A Calcium B Magnesium C Potassium D Iron

Q39. Which of the following is a loop diuretic?

A Spironolactone B Furosemide C Hydrochlorothiazide D Amiloride

Q40. Which part of the prescription contains instructions to the pharmacist?

A Superscription B Inscription C Subscription D Signature

Q41. What is the role of glidants in tablet formulation?

A Binders B Disintegrants C Flow enhancers D Lubricants

Q42. Which test is used to detect the presence of reducing sugars?

A Molisch test B Benedict's test C Biuret test D Tollen's test

Q43. Which Indian body regulates drug approvals?

A CDSCO B FDA C WHO D IMA

Q44. Which enzyme breaks down proteins in the stomach?

A Amylase B Pepsin C Lipase D Trypsin

Q45. Which part of the plant is used in case of digitalis?

A Root B Leaf C Bark D Flower

Q46. Which is an example of a fixed-dose combination drug?

A Paracetamol B Amoxicillin C Lopinavir/Ritonavir D Metformin

Q47. Which type of immunity is passed from mother to child?

A Active immunity B Artificial immunity C Passive natural immunity D Adaptive immunity

Q48. Which analytical method separates mixtures based on polarity?

A UV Spectroscopy B Chromatography C Titration D Electrophoresis

Q49. Which drug is used for emergency contraception?

A Levonorgestrel B Ethinylestradiol C Misoprostol D Mifepristone

Q50. Which vitamin is essential for blood clotting?

A Vitamin A B Vitamin D C Vitamin E D Vitamin K

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