Pharmacy Practice Multiple Choice Questions
1. Which of the following is not involved in the presentation of seasonal allergic rhinitis ?
a. leukotrienes
b. prostaglandind
c. osteocytes
d. basophils
2. Symptoms of vaginal candidiasis that warrant referral include all except?
a. vaginal discharge
b.abdominal pain
c. fever
d. diabetes
3. An appropriate laxative preparation for an elderly patient who is bedridden is :
a. biscodyl
b.senna
c.magnesium sulphate
d.lactulose
4. All of the following d–gs effect the renin-angiotensin system except :-
a.hydralazine
b.valsartan
c.losartan
d.perindopril
5. A significant clinical interaction may occur if lithium is administered concomitantly with :
a. paroxetine
b.glibenclamide
c.co-amoxiclav
d.atenolol
6. Celecoxib is
a. is as effective as diclofenac
b.provides protection against ischaemic cardiovascular events
c. is indicated for long term use in osteoarthritis
d. is not contraindicated in patients with cardiovascular disease
7. Alfuzosin is used in benign prostatic hyperplasia because it
a. lowers blood pressure
b. decreases urinary flow
c. constricts smooth muscle
d. increases bladder capacity
8. Which of the following antibacterial agent is not present for systemic use ?
a. sodium fusidate
b.vancomycin
c.gentamycin
d.mupirocin
9. Human Pappiloma virus vaccine Gardasil :
a. may be administered to females from 9 years onwards
b.eliminates the need for routine cervical screening
c. is administered by intramuscular injection as a single dose
d. is a bivalent vaccine
10. Bupivacaine:
a. has a rapid onset of action
b. is suitable for continous epidura analgesia in labour
c. is of short duration of action
d. is used in dentistry