#1
What is the primary function of an analgesic drug?
#2
Which class of drugs is commonly used to reduce fever and relieve pain?
Antipyretics
ExplanationAntipyretics reduce fever and alleviate pain.
#3
Which class of drugs is commonly used to treat bacterial infections?
Antibiotics
ExplanationAntibiotics treat bacterial infections.
#4
What is the primary function of a vasodilator drug?
Dilate blood vessels
ExplanationVasodilators widen blood vessels to lower blood pressure.
#5
Which neurotransmitter is targeted by benzodiazepines, commonly used as anxiolytic drugs?
GABA
ExplanationBenzodiazepines target GABA receptors for anxiety relief.
#6
Which organ is primarily responsible for metabolizing drugs in the body?
Liver
ExplanationMetabolism of drugs occurs primarily in the liver.
#7
What is the mechanism of action of beta-blockers in the cardiovascular system?
Inhibit sympathetic activity
ExplanationBeta-blockers inhibit sympathetic nervous system activity.
#8
What is the primary function of diuretic drugs?
Promote urine production
ExplanationDiuretics promote urine production to reduce fluid volume.
#9
Which neurotransmitter is targeted by selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?
Serotonin
ExplanationSSRIs target serotonin for mood regulation.
#10
What is the primary mechanism of action of bronchodilator drugs?
Relax airway smooth muscles
ExplanationBronchodilators relax airway smooth muscles for easier breathing.
#11
Which phase of drug development involves testing the drug's safety and effectiveness in a larger population?
Phase III
ExplanationPhase III involves large-scale testing for safety and effectiveness.
#12
What is the term for the study of how drugs move through the body, including absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion?
Pharmacokinetics
ExplanationPharmacokinetics studies drug movement in the body.
#13
What is the primary therapeutic effect of anticoagulant drugs?
Prevent blood clotting
ExplanationAnticoagulants prevent blood from clotting.
#14
In pharmacology, what does the term 'half-life' refer to?
Time taken for drug elimination
ExplanationHalf-life is the time for half the drug to be eliminated from the body.
#15
What is the primary purpose of antipsychotic drugs?
Treat psychotic disorders
ExplanationAntipsychotics treat psychotic disorders by altering neurotransmitter levels.