Pharmacy Practice
Which symptom is commonly associated with menopause?
A) Increased appetite
B) Hot flashes
C) Improved sleep quality
D) Decreased blood pressure
B) Hot flashes
Specializing in the respiratory system, this type of doctor treats lung conditions like asthma, pneumonia, and COPD.
A. Pediatrician
B. Pulmonologist
C. Psychiatrist
D. Oncologist
B. Pulmonologist
Which vaginal dosage form is known for providing a controlled release of medications over an extended period?
A) Vaginal tablet
B) Vaginal capsule
C) Vaginal ring
D) Vaginal film
C. Vaginal ring
What is the capital city of Australia?
A. Sydney
B. Melbourne
C. Canberra
D. Brisbane
C. Canberra
Which of the following individuals should avoid the chickenpox vaccine?
A) A healthy child aged 4-6 years
B) A pregnant woman
C) A child with no known allergies
D) An individual aged 12 months
B) A pregnant woman
Which medication has the chemical name 1-(Isopropylamino)-3-(1-naphthyloxy)propan-2-ol?
A. Aspirin
B. Propranolol
C. Paracetamol
D. Atenolol
B. Propranolol
In pharmaceutical formulations, what does a positive spreading coefficient indicate?
A) The substance forms a drop or lens on the surface
B) The substance spreads as a film on the surface
C) The substance will not spread
D) The substance has high cohesion
B. The substance spreads as a film on the surface
Which gas is most abundant in the Earth’s atmosphere?
A. Oxygen
B. Nitrogen
C. Carbon Dioxide
D. Argon
B. Nitrogen
Which of the following medications should NOT be given to children under 12 years old with a viral illness due to the risk of Reye's syndrome?
A) Ibuprofen
B) Paracetamol
C) Aspirin
D) Decongestants
C) Aspirin
It is a cardio selective medication, widely used in the treatment of hypertension and heart failure?
A. Metoprolol
B. Digoxin
C. Propranolol
D. Paracetamol
A. Metoprolol
What is the primary reason for using enteric coating on certain tablets?
A) To protect the drug from stomach acid
B) To mask the taste of the drug
C) To make tablets easier to swallow
D) To enhance dissolution in the stomach
A. To protect the drug from stomach acid
Which faculty member is famous for giving POP quizzes in their class?
a) Prof. Bazigha Abdul Rasool
b) Prof. Naglaa Shehab
c) Dr. Hanan Anbar
d) Dr. Kishore
c) Dr. Hanan Anbar
Which of the following is a recommended treatment for bacterial tonsillitis in patients allergic to penicillin?
A) Amoxicillin
B) Erythromycin
C) Ibuprofen
D) Naproxen
B) Erythromycin
It is a reversible AChE inhibitor similar to neostigmine, it is more preferred than neostigmine in the chronic treatment of Myasthenia gravis because, it has more selective action on neuromuscular junction (fewer unwanted muscarinic effects?
A. Edrophonium
B. Pyridostigmine
C. Rivastigmine
D. Donepezil
B. Pyridostigmine
The multi-dose liquid inhaler (Respimat®) reduces oropharyngeal deposition primarily because:
A) It produces a fine mist that is easy to inhale.
B) It uses compressed air instead of a propellant.
C) The mist is generated by converging two liquid jets, creating a soft aerosol.
D) It requires strong inhalation effort from the patient.
C. The mist is generated by converging two liquid jets, creating a soft aerosol.
What’s the most common item found on a pharmacy student’s desk during exam prep?
a) Highlighters, pens and calculator
b) Coffee or energy drinks
c) PowerPoint presentation sheets
d) All of the above
d) All of the above
Which of the following is a hyperosmotic laxative often used for bowel cleansing before surgery or colonoscopy?
A) Docusate
B) Bisacodyl
C) Polyethylene glycol (PEG)
D) Simethicone
C) Polyethylene glycol (PEG)
A sodium glucose co-transporter-2 inhibitor used for the treatment of Diabetes?
A. Alogliptin
B. Pioglitazone
C. Empagliflozin
D. Tolbutamide
C. Empagliflozin
Which statement accurately describes the function of the semi-permeable membrane in an osmotic drug delivery system?
A) It allows drug molecules to diffuse out directly.
B) It controls the influx of water, which generates osmotic pressure.
C) It adjusts the drug release rate based on pH variations.
D) It serves as a complete barrier, preventing any exchange with the environment.
B) It controls the influx of water, which generates osmotic pressure.
Which doctor from clinical pharmacy department at DPC is known from giving the toughest quizzes at DPC?
a) Dr. Doaa
b) Dr. Semira
c) Dr. Ammar
d) Dr. Mirza
A) Dr. Doaa