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Pharmacy Pharmacology D. Pharma General Pharmacology

Q. 50 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4956)

Which vitamin is essential for blood clotting?

  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin D
  • Vitamin E
  • Vitamin K

Ans → (d)Vitamin K

Explanation → Vitamin K is crucial for the synthesis of clotting factors.

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Q. 1 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4907)

Which of the following is the prodrug of dopamine?

  • Levodopa
  • Epinephrine
  • Norepinephrine
  • Serotonin

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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

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Q. 3 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4909)

Which of the following drugs is an H2 receptor antagonist?

  • Omeprazole
  • Ranitidine
  • Loratadine
  • Fexofenadine

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Q. 4 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4910)

What is the normal pH range of blood?

  • 6.8 - 7.2
  • 7.35 - 7.45
  • 7.5 - 8.0
  • 6.0 - 6.5

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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

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Q. 6 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4912)

Which dosage form is designed for controlled drug release?

  • Tablet
  • Capsule
  • Sustained-release tablet
  • Powder

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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

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Q. 8 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4914)

Which vitamin deficiency causes rickets?

  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin C
  • Vitamin D
  • Vitamin K

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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

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Q. 10 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4916)

Which drug is commonly used in the treatment of tuberculosis?

  • Rifampicin
  • Amoxicillin
  • Cephalexin
  • Metronidazole

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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

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Q. 12 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4918)

Which of the following is a β-lactam antibiotic?

  • Ciprofloxacin
  • Penicillin
  • Vancomycin
  • Erythromycin

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Q. 13 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4919)

What is the main site of drug metabolism?

  • Kidney
  • Liver
  • Lungs
  • Heart

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Q. 14 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4920)

Which neurotransmitter is mainly affected in Alzheimer’s disease?

  • Dopamine
  • Serotonin
  • Acetylcholine
  • GABA

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Q. 15 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4921)

Which anticoagulant is used in blood storage bags?

  • Heparin
  • Warfarin
  • EDTA
  • Citrate

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Q. 16 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4922)

Which of the following is a third-generation cephalosporin?

  • Cephalexin
  • Ceftriaxone
  • Cefuroxime
  • Cefazolin

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Q. 17 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4923)

Which hormone is responsible for milk ejection?

  • Prolactin
  • Oxytocin
  • Estrogen
  • Progesterone

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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

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Q. 19 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4925)

Which drug is used as an antidote for heparin overdose?

  • Vitamin K
  • Protamine sulfate
  • EDTA
  • Warfarin

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Q. 20 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4926)

Which analytical technique is used for drug purity testing?

  • NMR
  • UV Spectroscopy
  • IR Spectroscopy
  • HPLC

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Q. 21 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4927)

Which is an example of an aminoglycoside antibiotic?

  • Tetracycline
  • Amikacin
  • Erythromycin
  • Clindamycin

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Q. 22 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4928)

Which dosage form bypasses first-pass metabolism?

  • Oral tablet
  • Sublingual tablet
  • Capsule
  • Suppository

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Q. 23 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4929)

Which of these is a synthetic corticosteroid?

  • Prednisolone
  • Adrenaline
  • Insulin
  • Thyroxine

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Q. 24 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4930)

Which organ is most affected by nephrotoxic drugs?

  • Liver
  • Heart
  • Kidneys
  • Lungs

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Q. 25 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4931)

Which of the following is a macrolide antibiotic?

  • Erythromycin
  • Ciprofloxacin
  • Amoxicillin
  • Doxycycline

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Q. 26 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4932)

Which one is a commonly used antiepileptic drug?

  • Diazepam
  • Phenytoin
  • Paracetamol
  • Ibuprofen

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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

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Q. 28 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4934)

Which gas is used for sterilizing heat-sensitive equipment?

  • Nitrogen
  • Carbon dioxide
  • Ethylene oxide
  • Oxygen

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Q. 29 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4935)

What is the use of mannitol in pharmacy?

  • Diuretic
  • Antibiotic
  • Analgesic
  • Antifungal

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Q. 30 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4936)

Which of the following is a sedative-hypnotic agent?

  • Paracetamol
  • Diazepam
  • Aspirin
  • Metformin

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Q. 31 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4937)

Which is a commonly used emulsifying agent?

  • Sucrose
  • Acacia
  • Magnesium sulfate
  • Sodium chloride

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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

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Q. 33 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4939)

Which drug class does Losartan belong to?

  • Beta-blockers
  • Calcium channel blockers
  • ACE inhibitors
  • ARBs

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Q. 34 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4940)

Which laboratory test evaluates kidney function?

  • LFT
  • ECG
  • Serum creatinine
  • CBC

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Q. 35 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4941)

Which schedule deals with prescription drugs in India?

  • Schedule H
  • Schedule K
  • Schedule P
  • Schedule J

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Q. 36 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4942)

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

  • Nucleus
  • Golgi apparatus
  • Mitochondria
  • Ribosome

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Q. 37 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4943)

Which drug is used to treat hyperthyroidism?

  • Levothyroxine
  • Methimazole
  • Insulin
  • Prednisone

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Q. 38 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4944)

Which electrolyte is critical for nerve impulse transmission?

  • Calcium
  • Magnesium
  • Potassium
  • Iron

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Q. 39 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4945)

Which of the following is a loop diuretic?

  • Spironolactone
  • Furosemide
  • Hydrochlorothiazide
  • Amiloride

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Q. 40 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4946)

Which part of the prescription contains instructions to the pharmacist?

  • Superscription
  • Inscription
  • Subscription
  • Signature

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Q. 41 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4947)

What is the role of glidants in tablet formulation?

  • Binders
  • Disintegrants
  • Flow enhancers
  • Lubricants

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Q. 42 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4948)

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

  • Molisch test
  • Benedict's test
  • Biuret test
  • Tollen's test

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Q. 43 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4949)

Which Indian body regulates drug approvals?

  • CDSCO
  • FDA
  • WHO
  • IMA

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Q. 44 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4950)

Which enzyme breaks down proteins in the stomach?

  • Amylase
  • Pepsin
  • Lipase
  • Trypsin

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Q. 45 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4951)

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

  • Root
  • Leaf
  • Bark
  • Flower

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Q. 46 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4952)

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

  • Paracetamol
  • Amoxicillin
  • Lopinavir/Ritonavir
  • Metformin

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Q. 47 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4953)

Which type of immunity is passed from mother to child?

  • Active immunity
  • Artificial immunity
  • Passive natural immunity
  • Adaptive immunity

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Q. 48 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4954)

Which analytical method separates mixtures based on polarity?

  • UV Spectroscopy
  • Chromatography
  • Titration
  • Electrophoresis

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Q. 49 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4955)

Which drug is used for emergency contraception?

  • Levonorgestrel
  • Ethinylestradiol
  • Misoprostol
  • Mifepristone

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Q. 50 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4956)

Which vitamin is essential for blood clotting?

  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin D
  • Vitamin E
  • Vitamin K

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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

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Q. 14 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 516)

Shedule N indicates

  • Drug used under medical supervision
  • drugs marketed under generic names only
  • Minimum equipments needed for retail pharmacy
  • Life period of drugs

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Q. 2 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1633)

Swelling in inflammation is also called

  • Vasodilation of blood vessels in dermis
  • Infiltration of neutrophil
  • Edema
  • Ischemia

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Q. 21 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 664)

Which one of these is used with hyoscine to induce Twilight sleep?

  • Pentazocine
  • Pethidine
  • Diphenhydramine
  • None of the above

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Q. 7 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1473)

Worm infestation is also called ....

  • Amoebiasis
  • Helminthiasis
  • Antiemetics
  • None of them

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Q. 25 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1375)

Xanthine is converted to uric acid in the presence of enzyme-

  • Xanthine oxidase
  • xanthine reductase
  • xanthine transferase
  • xanthine isomerase

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Q. 40 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 4946)

Which part of the prescription contains instructions to the pharmacist?

  • Superscription
  • Inscription
  • Subscription
  • Signature

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Q. 28 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1151)

Adhesion of tablet material to a die wall is called

  • Mottling
  • Sticking
  • Picking
  • Capping

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Q. 30 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1096)

The organophosphate poisoning is treated by

  • Neostigmine
  • Physostigmine
  • Pralidoxime
  • Pyridostigmine

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Q. 3 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 3568)

Anise fruit is obtained from-

  • piper cubeba
  • Pimpenella anisum
  • Apium graveolens
  • none of these

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Q. 19 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1848)

In general, which foods are considered to be high in vitamin K and should be avoided in large amounts when on warfarin dose?

  • Citrus fruits
  • Dairy products
  • bread and cereals
  • Green leafy vegatables

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Q. 3 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1675)

Active transport differs from facilitated transport in following ways, except

  • Carrier is involved
  • It is against concentration gradient
  • Energy is required
  • All of the above

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Q. 1 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 4907)

Which of the following is the prodrug of dopamine?

  • Levodopa
  • Epinephrine
  • Norepinephrine
  • Serotonin

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Q. 2 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1486)

The majority of drugs cross biological membranes primarily by

  • Passive diffusion
  • Facilitated diffusion
  • Active transport
  • Pinocytosis

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Q. 41 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 4947)

What is the role of glidants in tablet formulation?

  • Binders
  • Disintegrants
  • Flow enhancers
  • Lubricants

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Q. 13 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 190)

Which one of these is a major tranquilizer?

  • Phenelzine
  • Trifluperazine
  • Promethazine
  • Hydroxyzine

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Q. 1 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1064)

Commonly used amide type of local anesthetic agent is

  • Procaine
  • Benzocaine
  • Amethocaine
  • Lignocaine

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Q. 20 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1086)

Sulphonamides act as antibacterial drug due to -

  • Free amino group
  • Sulphonamide group
  • Benzene nucleus
  • None of the above

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Q. 23 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 4929)

Which of these is a synthetic corticosteroid?

  • Prednisolone
  • Adrenaline
  • Insulin
  • Thyroxine

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Q. 16 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 659)

Which one of these combination is used in Chloroquine resistance malaria?

  • Trimethoprim + pyrimethamine
  • Pyrimethamine + sulphadoxine
  • Mefloquine + Primaquine
  • None of the above

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Q. 48 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 135)

The drug included in 'dope test' for athletes is

  • Propranolol
  • Prazocine
  • Dexamphetamine
  • Diazepam

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Q. 4 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1313)

OTC drugs are-

  • Ethical drugs
  • Prescription drugs
  • Ethical and prescription drugs
  • non-prescription drugs

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Q. 3 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1497)

The major postjunctional cholinergic receptor is of the muscarinic type at the following site

  • Neuromuscular junction
  • Postganglionic parasympathetic
  • Adrenal medulla
  • Autonomic ganglia

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Q. 87 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 264)

Increase in level of SGPT is used in diagnosis of which disease?

  • Hepatitis
  • Rickets
  • Heart attack
  • Alcoholism

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Q. 26 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 4932)

Which one is a commonly used antiepileptic drug?

  • Diazepam
  • Phenytoin
  • Paracetamol
  • Ibuprofen

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Q. 22 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 4928)

Which dosage form bypasses first-pass metabolism?

  • Oral tablet
  • Sublingual tablet
  • Capsule
  • Suppository

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Q. 19 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 662)

Desferrioxamine is a :

  • Chelating agent
  • Antimetabolite
  • Enzyme inhibitor
  • None of the above

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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

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Q. 2 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1643)

Which immunoglobin is react with allergens?

  • IgE
  • IgM
  • IgA
  • IgD

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Q. 3 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1570)

Which bone is most superior?

  • cervical vertebra
  • patella
  • manubrium
  • occipital bone

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Q. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 4912)

Which dosage form is designed for controlled drug release?

  • Tablet
  • Capsule
  • Sustained-release tablet
  • Powder

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Q. 7 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 650)

Cholestyramine is useful in the treatment of -

  • Arrhythmia
  • Hypertension
  • Hyper lipoproteinemia
  • Angina pectoris

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Q. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 16)

Which one of these is non barbiturate, used for paediatric anaesthesia?

  • Nikethamide
  • Morphine
  • Ketamine
  • None of these

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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

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Q. 10 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 97)

Efficiency of ball mill depends on

  • Rotational speed
  • Density of balls
  • Volume occupied by the balls
  • All of these

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Q. 15 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 4921)

Which anticoagulant is used in blood storage bags?

  • Heparin
  • Warfarin
  • EDTA
  • Citrate

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Q. 4 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 2642)

MAJOR SIDE EFFECT OF CHLORPROMAZINE?

  • PALPITATION
  • DRYNESS OF MOUTH
  • PARKINSONISM
  • DIABETES

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Q. 2 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1311)

Channel of distribution is zero level in-

  • Manufacturers → physician → consumer
  • Manufacturer → wholesaler → physician → patient
  • Manufacturer → retailer → patient
  • Manufacturer → patient

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Q. 15 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 102)

Most widely used film former in nail lacquer is

  • Ethyle cellulose
  • cellulose acetate
  • cellulose nitrate
  • cellulose acetobutyrate

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Q. 100 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 277)

Drug under the class of isothiocyanate glycosides:

  • Black mustard
  • White mustard
  • Thevatia
  • Black mustard and white mustard both

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Q. 55 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 232)

Prazosin act as antihypertensive drug by:

  • Blocking α-receptors
  • Blocking β-receptors
  • Blocking ganglions
  • Depleting catecholamine

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Q. 2 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1811)

Which of these hypnotic possess a muscle relaxant property?

  • Paraldehyde
  • Phenobarbitone
  • Barbitone
  • Diazepam

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