Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Drugs
Short Questions Bank (120)
1. What is pharmacology?
2. Define a pharmaceutical drug.
3. What is the difference between pharmacology and pharmacy?
4. How are pharmaceutical drugs used in healthcare?
5. Give an example of a pharmaceutical drug.
6. What is meant by “drug formulation”?
7. Name two branches of pharmacology.
8. Define drug efficacy.
9. What is drug potency?
10. Describe a therapeutic effect.
Medicinal Drugs and Sources
11. What are medicinal drugs?
12. Name two natural sources of medicinal drugs.
13. Define synthetic drugs.
14. How are medicinal drugs obtained from plants?
15. What is the role of microorganisms in drug production?
16. Give an example of a mineral-based drug.
17. What is the importance of medicinal drugs?
18. Explain the term “pharmacognosy.”
19. Name one drug derived from animals.
20. What is an herbal remedy?
Drug Classifications
21. What are analgesics?
22. Define antibiotics.
23. What is a sedative?
24. Name one example of a vaccine.
25. How do antibiotics work?
26. What is the purpose of an analgesic drug?
27. Name one common antibiotic.
28. Give an example of a sedative drug.
29. What is a broad-spectrum antibiotic?
30. What is the purpose of vaccines?
Addictive Drugs and Their Effects
31. Define addictive drugs.
32. What are narcotics?
33. Explain what hallucinogens are.
34. Name one effect of marijuana.
35. What are sedatives used for?
36. Why are some drugs considered addictive?
37. Name one commonly used narcotic.
38. What is physical dependence?
39. Define psychological addiction.
40. How do addictive drugs affect the brain?
Drug Addiction and Associated Problems
41. What is drug addiction?
42. Describe withdrawal symptoms.
43. What is meant by “drug abuse”?
44. Explain one social impact of drug addiction.
45. What is tolerance in drug addiction?
46. Name one psychological effect of drug addiction.
47. How does addiction impact mental health?
48. What is drug dependency?
49. Describe one health issue caused by drug addiction.
50. What is rehabilitation?
Antibiotics and Vaccines
51. Define antibiotics.
52. What are vaccines?
53. How do antibiotics treat infections?
54. What is a preventive vaccine?
55. Why are antibiotics ineffective against viruses?
56. Name a common use of vaccines.
57. Explain the purpose of booster doses in vaccines.
58. What is an example of a live vaccine?
59. Why must antibiotics be prescribed by a doctor?
60. Describe the role of antibiotics in bacterial infections.
Bactericidal and Bacteriostatic Antibiotics
61. What are bactericidal antibiotics?
62. Define bacteriostatic antibiotics.
63. Give an example of a bactericidal antibiotic.
64. Name one use of bacteriostatic antibiotics.
65. How do bactericidal antibiotics kill bacteria?
66. What is the difference between bactericidal and bacteriostatic antibiotics?
67. Why are bacteriostatic antibiotics used in some infections?
68. Explain how bactericidal antibiotics work.
69. What type of infection requires bactericidal antibiotics?
70. Name one bacteriostatic antibiotic.
Cephalosporins and Tetracyclines
71. What are cephalosporins?
72. Name one use of tetracyclines.
73. How do cephalosporins work?
74. What is the mechanism of action of tetracyclines?
75. Give an example of a cephalosporin drug.
76. What are tetracyclines commonly used to treat?
77. Why are cephalosporins preferred in some infections?
78. Describe one side effect of tetracyclines.
79. How do cephalosporins affect bacterial cell walls?
80. Name a tetracycline antibiotic.
Sulfa Drugs
81. What are sulfa drugs?
82. Name one medical use of sulfa drugs.
83. How do sulfa drugs work against bacteria?
84. What is the mechanism of action of sulfa drugs?
85. Give an example of a sulfa drug.
86. What are the common side effects of sulfa drugs?
87. Why are sulfa drugs used in urinary tract infections?
88. Explain the role of sulfa drugs in bacterial inhibition.
89. What is sulfanilamide?
90. Name one condition treated with sulfa drugs.
Antibiotic Resistance
91. Define antibiotic resistance.
92. Why is antibiotic resistance a concern?
93. How do bacteria develop resistance to antibiotics?
94. Name one factor contributing to antibiotic resistance.
95. Explain how improper antibiotic use leads to resistance.
96. What is a superbug?
97. Why is it important to complete antibiotic courses?
98. How can antibiotic resistance be prevented?
99. Name one antibiotic-resistant bacterium.
100. What is the role of healthcare in controlling resistance?
Vaccines and Their Mode of Action
101. What is the purpose of vaccines?
102. How do vaccines provide immunity?
103. Define active immunity.
104. What is a passive vaccine?
105. Describe how a live vaccine works.
106. What is an inactivated vaccine?
107. How do mRNA vaccines function?
108. What is the role of antibodies in vaccination?
109. Name one disease prevented by vaccines.
110. Explain the importance of vaccination in public health.
Advanced Questions on Pharmacology and Drugs
111. How do antibiotics specifically target bacterial cells?
112. Describe the importance of drug dosage.
113. Why are vaccines administered in series?
114. How does antibiotic resistance affect treatment options?
115. Explain the concept of drug metabolism.
116. What are the advantages of synthetic drugs over natural drugs?
117. Describe the role of vaccines in eradicating diseases.
118. Explain how bacteriostatic antibiotics inhibit bacterial growth.
119. Why are narcotics regulated?
120. Describe how vaccines stimulate the immune system.
Long Questions Bank (10)
Easy Level
1. Define pharmacology and discuss the importance of medicinal drugs in healthcare.
2. What are antibiotics? Describe their types and uses in treating infections.
3. Explain the term “drug addiction” and discuss its effects on individuals and society.
Moderate Level
4. Describe the process of drug classification and explain the uses of analgesics, antibiotics, sedatives, and vaccines.
5. Explain the role of antibiotics in treating bacterial infections. Describe the mechanism of action of bactericidal and bacteriostatic antibiotics.
6. What is antibiotic resistance? Discuss the causes and consequences of antibiotic resistance.
Tough Level
7. Describe cephalosporins and tetracyclines, explaining their mechanisms of action and medical uses.
8. Explain the concept of addictive drugs, describing the effects of sedatives, narcotics, and hallucinogens on the body.
9. Discuss the mechanism of action and types of vaccines. Explain how vaccines contribute to immunity and public health.
10. Describe the challenges posed by drug addiction and antibiotic resistance, and suggest possible solutions to address these issues.