Pharmacology MCQs
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| Pharmacology MCQs for GPAT |
a- M₂ muscarinic receptors
b- N₁ nicotinic receptors
c- M₁ muscarinic receptors
d- N₂ nicotinic receptors
e- M₃ muscarinic receptors
2. Recalling the difference between warfarin and heparin, recognize the one statement that is untrue about one of the two?
a- warfarin affects the extrinsic pathway
b- heparin is teratogenic
c- warfarin is eliminated hepatically
d- heparin has a rapid onset of action compared to warfarin
e- warfarin is administered by oral route only
3. The precise definition of a 'syndrome' is;
a- pathophysiological response to external or internal factors
b- abnormal state of health that interferes with the feeling of wellbeing
c- disruption of the disease to regular bodily structure and function
d- a collection of signs and symptoms that suggest a particular disease
e- a syndrome is the same as a disease or disorder or a condition
4. One of the following statements about drug classifications is INCORRECT. Identify which one?
a- memantine is an anti-Alzheimer drug
b- phenobarbital is a benzodiazepine
c- trazodone is an antidepressant drug
d- pimozide is an antipsychotic drug
e- cyclopropane is a general anesthetic
5. The pharmacological class of the drug called Vonoprazan is;
a- acid blocker
b- a blood thinner
c- histamine inhibitor
d- mood stabilizer
e- gastroprokinetic
6. Point out the one statement from among the following that is INCORRECT ;
a- growth hormone is released by the anterior pituitary gland
b- cortisol promotes inflammation in the body
c- hyperthyroidism can cause heat intolerance
d- hCG is used in the treatment of infertility
e- propylthiouracil (PTU) can be given in the first trimester of pregnancy
7. Nicotinic receptors are present in all of the following locations but;
a- autonomic ganglia
b- salivary glands
c- adrenal medulla
d- the neuromuscular junction
e- central nervous system
8. Brucellosis is an infectious disease caused by bacteria. The minimum recommended duration of treatment for this infection is;
a- 3 days
b- a week
c- 3 weeks
d- 6-8 weeks
e- 3-4 months
9. Reserpine is used to treat:
a- hypertension
b- schizophrenia
c- constipation
d- all of the above
e- a and b only
10. Which of the following laxatives is contraindicated during pregnancy?
a- lactulose
a- lactulose
b- psyllium
c- docusate sodium
d- polyethylene glycol
e- mineral oil
11. The first-line treatment for early status epilepticus is;
a- IV phenobarbitone
b- IV valproic acid
c- IV diazepam
d- IV carbamazepine
e- IV gabapentin
12. Identify the mucosal protective agent from the given anti-peptic ulcer drugs?
a- sodium bicarbonate
b- aluminum hydroxide
c- famotidine
d- bismuth subcitrate
e- all of the above
13. In antacids preparation, aluminum hydroxide and magnesium compounds are usually used in combination. The main reason behind this is;
a- to balance their constipative and purgative effects
b- to optimize activity in the stomach as well as the intestines
c- to reduce systemic absorption of each other
d- to prevent metabolic alkalosis
e- to correct electrolyte imbalance during PUD
14. Dobutamine is used in acute heart failure primarily because it:
A) Increases myocardial oxygen demand.
B) Acts as a selective alpha-1 agonist.
C) Enhances myocardial contractility by stimulating beta-1 receptors.
D) Decreases systemic vascular resistance.
E) Prolongs the PR interval on the ECG.
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1000 Pharmacy MCQs along with solutions
Answer Keys
MCQ # - Correct option
1 - c
2 - b
3 - d
4 - b
5 - a
6 - b
7 - b
8 - d
9 - e
10 - e
11 - c
12 - d
13 - a
14 - C
