Unit 18 Long Question

Q.6 What are the sources of drugs? Give examples? Answer: Drugs Any substance that absorbed into the body of a living organism, alters normal body function is known as a drug Sources of drugs: Drugs are obtained from the following sources. 1. Synthetic Drugs The drugs which do not occur naturally but are synthesized in …

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Q.5 What are prescription drugs and Non-prescription drugs? Give examples. Answer: Prescription drugs These are sold only on physician’s prescription. These include barbiturates, tranquillizers, antibiotics etc. Non-Prescription drugs These are sold over the counter because these are considered safe enough. These include aspirin and some cough medicines.

Q.4 What is Materia Medica? Answer: Until 1890, the subject of pharmacology was known as Materia Medica.

Q.3 Differentiate between pharmacology and pharmacy? Answer: Pharmacology is the study of drug composition, properties, medical applications and sources of drugs while pharmacy is the study of preparation of medicines and drugs. Both terms are not synonymous. Though in common usage, the two terms are confused.

Q.2 Define Drug. What are its types? Answer: Definition Any substance that is absorbed into the body of a living organism, alters normal body function is known as a drug. Types Drugs are broadly classified into two types i. Pharmaceutical drug OR Medicinal drug It is defined as any chemical substance used in the diagnosis, …

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Q.1 What is pharmacology? Explain. Answer: Pharmacology Pharmacology is the study of drug composition, properties, medical applications and sources of drugs. Explanation  Clinical pharmacology was present in the Middle Ages. Early pharmacologists focused on natural substances. It was developed in 19th century as a biomedical science.