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Which of the following is a third-generation cephalosporin?
Pharmacy Pharmacology D. Pharma General Pharmacology
Q. 16 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4922)
Which of the following is a third-generation cephalosporin?
- Cephalexin
- Ceftriaxone
- Cefuroxime
- Cefazolin
Ans → (b)Ceftriaxone
Explanation → Ceftriaxone is a third-generation cephalosporin with a broad spectrum.
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Which of the following is the prodrug of dopamine?
- Levodopa
- Epinephrine
- Norepinephrine
- Serotonin
Q. 2 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4908)
Which phase of clinical trials determines the efficacy of a drug?
- Phase I
- Phase II
- Phase III
- Phase IV
Q. 3 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4909)
Which of the following drugs is an H2 receptor antagonist?
- Omeprazole
- Ranitidine
- Loratadine
- Fexofenadine
Q. 4 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4910)
What is the normal pH range of blood?
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- 7.35 - 7.45
- 7.5 - 8.0
- 6.0 - 6.5
Q. 5 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4911)
Which schedule of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act regulates narcotic drugs in India?
- Schedule H
- Schedule X
- Schedule G
- Schedule C
Q. 6 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4912)
Which dosage form is designed for controlled drug release?
- Tablet
- Capsule
- Sustained-release tablet
- Powder
Q. 7 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4913)
What is the primary function of bile salts in digestion?
- Emulsification of fats
- Protein breakdown
- Carbohydrate digestion
- Acid neutralization
Q. 8 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4914)
Which vitamin deficiency causes rickets?
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin K
Q. 9 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4915)
Which instrument is used for sterilization by dry heat?
- Autoclave
- Hot air oven
- Laminar airflow
- UV chamber
Q. 10 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4916)
Which drug is commonly used in the treatment of tuberculosis?
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- Cephalexin
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Q. 11 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4917)
Which polymer is used for enteric coating of tablets?
- Hydroxypropyl cellulose
- Eudragit
- Starch
- Gelatin
Q. 12 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4918)
Which of the following is a β-lactam antibiotic?
- Ciprofloxacin
- Penicillin
- Vancomycin
- Erythromycin
Q. 13 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4919)
What is the main site of drug metabolism?
- Kidney
- Liver
- Lungs
- Heart
Q. 14 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4920)
Which neurotransmitter is mainly affected in Alzheimer’s disease?
- Dopamine
- Serotonin
- Acetylcholine
- GABA
Q. 15 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4921)
Which anticoagulant is used in blood storage bags?
- Heparin
- Warfarin
- EDTA
- Citrate
Q. 16 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4922)
Which of the following is a third-generation cephalosporin?
- Cephalexin
- Ceftriaxone
- Cefuroxime
- Cefazolin
Q. 17 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4923)
Which hormone is responsible for milk ejection?
- Prolactin
- Oxytocin
- Estrogen
- Progesterone
Q. 18 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4924)
What is the normal shelf life of most pharmaceutical tablets?
- 1-2 years
- 3-5 years
- 5-7 years
- 10 years
Q. 19 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4925)
Which drug is used as an antidote for heparin overdose?
- Vitamin K
- Protamine sulfate
- EDTA
- Warfarin
Q. 20 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4926)
Which analytical technique is used for drug purity testing?
- NMR
- UV Spectroscopy
- IR Spectroscopy
- HPLC
Q. 21 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4927)
Which is an example of an aminoglycoside antibiotic?
- Tetracycline
- Amikacin
- Erythromycin
- Clindamycin
Q. 22 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4928)
Which dosage form bypasses first-pass metabolism?
- Oral tablet
- Sublingual tablet
- Capsule
- Suppository
Q. 23 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4929)
Which of these is a synthetic corticosteroid?
- Prednisolone
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- Insulin
- Thyroxine
Q. 24 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4930)
Which organ is most affected by nephrotoxic drugs?
- Liver
- Heart
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Q. 25 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4931)
Which of the following is a macrolide antibiotic?
- Erythromycin
- Ciprofloxacin
- Amoxicillin
- Doxycycline
Q. 26 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4932)
Which one is a commonly used antiepileptic drug?
- Diazepam
- Phenytoin
- Paracetamol
- Ibuprofen
Q. 27 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4933)
Which of the following is used as a preservative in pharmaceutical preparations?
- Citric acid
- Chlorocresol
- Sucrose
- Starch
Q. 28 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4934)
Which gas is used for sterilizing heat-sensitive equipment?
- Nitrogen
- Carbon dioxide
- Ethylene oxide
- Oxygen
Q. 29 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4935)
What is the use of mannitol in pharmacy?
- Diuretic
- Antibiotic
- Analgesic
- Antifungal
Q. 30 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4936)
Which of the following is a sedative-hypnotic agent?
- Paracetamol
- Diazepam
- Aspirin
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Q. 31 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4937)
Which is a commonly used emulsifying agent?
- Sucrose
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Q. 32 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4938)
Which vitamin is synthesized in the skin by sunlight?
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin B12
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin K
Q. 33 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4939)
Which drug class does Losartan belong to?
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Q. 34 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4940)
Which laboratory test evaluates kidney function?
- LFT
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Q. 35 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4941)
Which schedule deals with prescription drugs in India?
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- Schedule P
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Q. 36 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4942)
Which organelle is called the 'powerhouse of the cell'?
- Nucleus
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- Ribosome
Q. 37 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4943)
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- Levothyroxine
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Q. 38 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4944)
Which electrolyte is critical for nerve impulse transmission?
- Calcium
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Q. 39 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4945)
Which of the following is a loop diuretic?
- Spironolactone
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Q. 40 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4946)
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Q. 41 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4947)
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Q. 42 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4948)
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Q. 44 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4950)
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Q. 45 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4951)
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Q. 46 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4952)
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Q. 47 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4953)
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Q. 48 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4954)
Which analytical method separates mixtures based on polarity?
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Q. 49 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4955)
Which drug is used for emergency contraception?
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Q. 50 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4956)
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