Pharmacy MCQ:45

Pharmacy MCQ

1. One of the following quality parameter is not necessary for IPQC of tablet

dosage form.

A)Friability 

B)Hardness 

C)DT time

D) pH

2. Primary packaging of ointment is done in:

A)Glass tube 

B)PVC tube 

C)Collapsible tube

D)corrugted box

3. One of the following is not local Anesthetic:

A)Tetracaine 

B)Procaine 

C)Lignocaine

D)Halothane

4. Aspirin is the inhibitor of enzyme:

A)COX 

B)MAO 

C)COMT

D)Cytochrome P450

5. Generic Name of Vitamin B6 is :

A)Thiamine 

B)Pyridoxine 

C)Riboflavin

D)Biotin

6. Deficiency of Vitamin D causes:

A)Scurvy 

B)Beriberi 

C) Rickets

D)Pellagra

7 .Beta blockers are contraindicated in:

A)Bronchial Asthma 

B)Hypertension 

C)Angina

D)Thyrotoxicosis

8. One of the antidote for organophosphate poisoning is:

A)Acetylcysteine 

B)Atropin 

C)Naloxone

D)Desferoxamine

9. Bromhexine is:

A)Expectorant 

B)Bronchodilator 

C)Antitussive

D)Mucolytic

10. The correct route for insulin administration is:

A)oral 

B)Intramuscular 

C)Subcutaneous

D)Sublingual

11. Which of the following local decongestant:

A)Oxymetazolin 

B)Promethazin 

C)Pheniramine

D)Loratadin

12. Gamma benzenehexa chloride is used for the treatment of :

A)Ringworm 

B)scabies 

C)Burns

D)Dermatitis

13.Which of the following symptoms is not the general toxicity of the cytotoxic

drugs :

A)Alopecia 

B) Myelosupression 

C) Drowsiness

D)Vomiting

14.The branch of science that deals about the study of medical plant is:

A)Botany 

B)Pharmacognocy 

C)Ethonobatany

D)Ayurveda

15.The following drug is plant derived anticancer drug:

A)Cisplatin 

B)Methotraxate 

C)Mercaptopurine

D)Vincristine

16. Stomata are found in:

A)Flower 

B)Branch 

C)Leaf

D)Xylem

17.One of the following is male sex hormone:

A)Estrogen 

B)Testosterone 

C)Cortisol

D)Dexamethasone

18. Pyridoxine is always with

A)Tetracycline 

B)Ciprofloxacin 

C)Penicillin

D)Isoniazid

19. SOP stand for:

A) Staff of pharmacises 

B)student of

pharmacy

C)Standard Operating procedure 

D)surgical operating

process

20. One of the following product cannot be obtained by mixing:

A)Suspension 

B)Tablet 

C)Solution

D)Elixir

21.Homogenization is necessary for:

A) Syrup 

B)Suspension 

C)Tablet

D)Injection

22.The aim of use of preservative in syrup is to control:

A)pH 

B)Tonicity 

C)Microbial

growth 

D)Viscosity

23.One of the following process is applicable for liquid manufacturing:

A)Filtration 

B)Sieving 

C)Drying

D)Blending

24.Which is not the pharmacopoeia:

A)BP 

B) BNF 

C) USP

D)JP

25.One of the following equipment is used for the lubrication of Tablet’s

granules:

A)Mass Mixer 

B)Shifter 

C)Grinder

D) Double cone blender

Answers:

1. D) pH
2. C) Collapsible tube
3. D) Halothane
4. A) COX
5. B) Pyridoxine
6. C)  Rickets
7. A) Bronchial Asthma
8. B) Atropin
9. D) Mucolytic
10. C) Subcutaneous
11. A) Oxymetazoline
12. B) Scabies
13. C) Drowsiness
14. B) Pharmacognosy
15. D) Vincristine
16. C) Leaf
17. B) Testosterone
18. D) Isoniazid
19. C) Standard Operating Procedure
20. B) Tablet
21. B) Suspension
22. C) Microbial growth
23. A) Filtration
24. B) BNF
25. D) Double cone blender

What is IPQC in tablet manufacturing?

In-Process Quality Control (IPQC) ensures that quality standards are maintained during tablet manufacturing. It includes friability, hardness, and disintegration time (DT time), but pH measurement is not necessary for tablets.

What is the primary packaging of ointments?

Ointments are primarily packaged in collapsible tubes made of aluminum or plastic. Secondary packaging may include cartons.

What are local anesthetics?

Local anesthetics block pain transmission by inhibiting nerve impulses. Examples include Tetracaine, Procaine, and Lignocaine, but Halothane is a general anesthetic.

How does aspirin work?

Aspirin is a COX (Cyclooxygenase) inhibitor, reducing the production of prostaglandins, which are involved in pain and inflammation.

What is the generic name of Vitamin B6?

The generic name of Vitamin B6 is Pyridoxine.

What disease is caused by Vitamin D deficiency?

Rickets is caused by a Vitamin D deficiency, leading to weakened bones in children.

Why are beta-blockers contraindicated in bronchial asthma?

Beta-blockers can cause bronchoconstriction, making asthma symptoms worse.

What is the antidote for organophosphate poisoning?

Atropine is the antidote for organophosphate poisoning, as it counteracts excessive acetylcholine effects.

What is Bromhexine used for?

Bromhexine is a mucolytic, meaning it helps break down mucus in the airways.

What is the correct route for insulin administration?

Insulin is administered subcutaneously (SC) because oral administration would degrade it in the stomach.

What is a common nasal decongestant?

Oxymetazoline is a topical nasal decongestant that relieves congestion.

What is Gamma benzene hexachloride used for?

Gamma benzene hexachloride (Lindane) is used to treat scabies.

What is a common side effect of cytotoxic drugs?

Cytotoxic drugs cause hair loss (alopecia), myelosuppression, and vomiting, but drowsiness is not common.

What is Pharmacognosy?

Pharmacognosy is the study of medicinal plants and their therapeutic uses.

What is a plant-derived anticancer drug?

Vincristine is an anticancer drug derived from the periwinkle plant (Catharanthus roseus).

Where are stomata found?

Stomata are microscopic pores found on leaves, facilitating gas exchange.

What is the primary male sex hormone?

Testosterone is the primary male androgen hormone responsible for male characteristics.

Why is Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6) given with Isoniazid?

Isoniazid (used in tuberculosis treatment) can cause peripheral neuropathy, which Pyridoxine (B6) helps prevent.

What does SOP stand for?

SOP stands for Standard Operating Procedure, which provides guidelines for performing tasks in an organized manner.

Which of the following is not obtained by simple mixing?

Tablets require compression, while suspensions, solutions, and elixirs can be made by simple mixing.

Why is homogenization necessary for suspensions?

Homogenization ensures uniform particle distribution in a suspension to prevent settling.

What is the purpose of preservatives in syrups?

Preservatives prevent microbial growth, ensuring the stability and safety of the syrup.

What process is essential for liquid manufacturing?

Filtration is necessary for liquid pharmaceutical products to remove impurities.

What is not a pharmacopoeia?

BNF (British National Formulary) is a drug reference but not a pharmacopoeia like BP, USP, and JP.

What equipment is used for tablet granule lubrication?

The Double Cone Blender is used for lubricating tablet granules before compression.