PROVISIONAL ANSWER KEY
Question Paper Code: 28/2024/OL
Category Code: 349/2023
Exam: Assistant Professor in Pharmacology
Date of Test 20-03-2024
Department Medical Education
Question1:-Which of the following is an example for supra additive synergism?
A:-Nitrous oxide + Halothane
B:-Levodopa + Carbidopa
C:-Amlodipine + Atenolol
D:-Glibenclamide + Metformin
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question2:-All are examples of pharmacogenetically mediated adverse effects except
A:-Tardive dyskinesia by neuroleptics
B:-Acetylator status of isoniazid
C:-Malignant hyperthermia of halothane
D:-Acute intermittent porphyria by barbiturates
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question3:-All the following molecules act through JAK/STAT receptors except
A:-Growth hormone
B:-Interferon
C:-Cytokine
D:-Thyroxine
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question4:-Which of the following drugs produce phototoxicity?
i. Amiodarone
ii. Sulfonamides
iii. Phenothiazines
iv. Phenytoin
A:-(i, ii, iii) only
B:-(i, iii, iv) only
C:-(i, ii, iv) only
D:-(ii, iii, iv) only
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question5:-Characteristic features of intramuscular route of drug administration
i. Hypertonic solution can be injected
ii. Only water solutions can be injected
iii. Oily solutions can be injected
A:-only i
B:-only ii
C:-only iii
D:-all of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question6:-Which of the following statements are correct about Meta-analysis?
i. Cannot prove cause and effect
ii. Evaluation and grouping of similar studies
iii. Aim is to decrease the number of subjects studied
A:-Only (i and ii)
B:-Only (i and iii)
C:-Only (ii & iii)
D:-All of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question7:-Which statement is not true about transdermal therapeutic system?
A:-provides smooth plasma concentration of the drug
B:-better patient compliance
C:-more inter individual variations
D:-mild local adverse effects
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question8:-Among the following combinations which is not a CYP3A4 substrate and its inhibitor?
A:-Carbamazepine - Clarithromycin
B:-Simvastatin - Itraconazole
C:-Losartan - Verapamil
D:-Metoprolol - Nevirapine
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question9:-All are indications of therapeutic drug monitoring except
A:-Drugs with high inter-individual variation in plasma concentration
B:-Drugs with irreversible actions
C:-Monitoring of patient compliance
D:-Drugs whose therapeutic effect cannot be determined clinically
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question10:-Which of the following statements are correct about clinical trial?
i. Phase I - Dose range, safety and etolerability, only in patients
ii. Phase II - Therapeutic efficacy and dose range in patients
iii. Phase III - Drug safety and tolerability in large number of patients
iv. Phase IV - Therapeutic efficacy in large number of patients
A:-(i and ii) only
B:-(ii and iii) only
C:-(i and iv) only
D:-(ii and iv) only
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question11:-Systemic clearance of a drug is directly related with all the following except
A:-Bioavailability
B:-Volume of distribution
C:-Plasma half-life
D:-Elimination rate constant
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question12:-Which statement is not true about OATP1B1 transporter?
A:-More than 40 nonsynonymous variants
B:-Encoded by 8hCO1B1 gene
C:-Polymorphism increases transport of OATP1B1 substrates
D:-Responsible for the hepatic uptake of weakly acidic drugs
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question13:-Which schedule under the drugs and cosmetics rules, 1945 deals with the prescription of tramadol and pentazocine?
A:-Schedule C1
B:-Schedule E1
C:-Schedule F1
D:-Schedule H1
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question14:-Among the following benzodiazipines which is preferred in elderly individuals?
A:-Diazepam
B:-Lorazepam
C:-Flurazepam
D:-Midazolam
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question15:-Quality Adjusted Life Years (QALYS) is a measure of which pharmaco economic analysis
A:-Cost-effectiveness analysis
B:-Cost-minimization analysis
C:-Cost-utility analysis
D:-Cost-risk analysis
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question16:-Botulinum toxin is beneficial in all except
A:-age related facial wrinkles
B:-post operative paralytic ileus
C:-Spastic cerebral palsy
D:-Axillary hyper-hydrosis
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question17:-Among the following drugs which is not useful in acute congestive glaucoma
A:-Dipivefrine
B:-IV Mannitol
C:-Glycerol
D:-Acetazolamide
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question18:-All are advantages of third generation β blocker Nebivolol except
A:-Absense of hyperlipidemia
B:-Increases insulin sensitivity
C:-Enhances nitric oxide production
D:-Slow onset of hypotensive response
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question19:-All are properties of halothane except
A:-Potent anaesthetic agent
B:-Good analgesic agent
C:-Potentiates competitive neuromuscular blockers
D:-Can produce cardiotoxicity
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question20:-Which adverse effect is more seen with pentazocin than with morphine?
A:-Biliary spasm
B:-Constipation
C:-Hypertension
D:-Vomiting
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question21:-All are AMPA blockers used as antiepileptic drugs except
A:-Topiramate
B:-Lamotrigine
C:-Perampanel
D:-Felbamate
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question22:-Which of the following statement is not true about Agomelatine an atypical antidepressant drug?
A:-Agonist on MT1 receptor
B:-Agonist on MT2 receptor
C:-Antagonist on 5HT2A receptor
D:-Antagonist on 5HT2C receptor
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question23:-All are adverse effects of clozapine which is an atypical antipsycholic agent except
A:-Agranulocytosis
B:-Acute muscular dystonia
C:-Myocarditis
D:-Metabolic syndrome
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question24:-Baclofen is a centrally acting skeletal muscle relaxant used to treat following clinical conditions except
A:-Amyotropic lateral sclerosis
B:-Cerebral palsy
C:-Spinal injuries
D:-Multiple sclerosis
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question25:-All are properties of local anesthetic agent Ropivacaine
i. Short acting
ii. Less cardiotoxicity
iii. Blocks A8 and C fibres completely
iv. Used epidurally for labour pain
A:-(i and ii) only
B:-(i, ii and iii) only
C:-(ii, iii and iv) only
D:-All of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question26:-Which among the following beta blocker has the longest half life?
A:-Metaprolol
B:-Bisoprolol
C:-Carvedilol
D:-Propranolol
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question27:-Which of the following calcium channel blockers can delay the progression of early stages of type I diabetes by improving the survival of pancreatic beta cells?
A:-Verapamil
B:-Diltiazem
C:-Felodipine
D:-Cilnidipine
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question28:-Choose the drug which attenuates platelet aggregation by antagonising thromboxane receptor :
A:-Losartan
B:-Candesartan
C:-Telmisartan
D:-Olmesartan
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question29:-In patients with diabetes and chronic kidney disease which of the following drugs can reduce heart failure events and renal function decline
A:-ISDN/Hydralazine
B:-Ivabradine
C:-Finerenone
D:-Levosimendan
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question30:-The following antiarrhythmic drug produces anticholinergic side effects
A:-Procainamide
B:-Mexiletine
C:-Disopyramide
D:-Flecainide
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question31:-Which of the following drug is the first line therapy for severe Pulmonary Artery Hypertension (Functional Class IV)
A:-Treprostinil
B:-Riociguat
C:-Ambrisentan
D:-Epoprostenol
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question32:-Idarucizumab is a reversal agent for toxicity due to
A:-Dabigatran
B:-Rivaroxaban
C:-Apixaban
D:-Betrixaban
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question33:-Which of the following antiplatelet drug has rapid onset of action and a circulating half life of 3 to 4 days?
A:-Abciximab
B:-Ticagrelor
C:-Cangrelor
D:-Vorapaxar
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question34:-Evolocumab is a
A:-Liver microsomal triglyceride transfer protein inhibitor
B:-ATP-Citrate Lyase Inhibitor
C:-Proprotein convertase subtilisin/Kexin type 9 inhibitor
D:-Angiopoietin-Like protein 3 inhibitor
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question35:-Thrombopoietin Receptor Agonist (TRAs) preferred in chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) associated thrombocytopenia
A:-Romiplostim
B:-Eltrombopag
C:-Avatrombopag
D:-Lusutrombopag
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question36:-GnRH agonist which can be given intranasally is
A:-Goserelin
B:-Nafarelin
C:-Deslorelin
D:-Histrelin
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question37:-Which of the following statement regarding methimazole is correct
A:-is the drug of choice for Graves disease
B:-Multiple doses need to be given to produce desired effect
C:-Chance of liver toxicity more than propylthiouracil
D:-Methimazole is contraindicated in second and third trimester of pregnancy
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question38:-Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD) is treated with :
A:-Raloxifene
B:-Toremifene
C:-Ospemifene
D:-Bazedoxifene
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question39:-Phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE5) inhibitor with maximum duration of action is
A:-Sildenafil
B:-Vardenafil
C:-Tadalafil
D:-Avanafil
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question40:-Anti inflammatory potency is maximum for
A:-Fludrocortisone
B:-Prednisolone
C:-Triamcinolone
D:-Betamethasone
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question41:-Inoperable adrenocortical carcinoma is treated with
A:-Mitotane
B:-Etomidate
C:-Osilodrostat
D:-Abiraterone acetate
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question42:-Which of the following insulin preparation forms multihexameric complexes after sub cutaneous injection?
A:-Detemir
B:-Glargine
C:-Degludec
D:-Glulisine
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question43:-The GLP-1 agonist approved for weight loss independent of diabetes status are
i. Dulaglutide
ii. Liraglutide
iii. Lixisenatide
iv. Semaglutide
A:- only (i and ii)
B:-only (i and iii)
C:-only (ii and iv)
D:-only (i and iv)
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question44:-The following bisphosphonate is preferred in treatment of hypercalcemia because of its more rapid normalization of serum and longer duration of action
A:-Pamidronate
B:-Ibandronate
C:-Risedronate
D:-Zoledronate
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question45:-The Vitamin D analogue used in the treatment of Psoriasis is
A:-Calcipotriol
B:-Paricalcitol
C:-Calcitriol
D:-Calcifediol
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question46:-Diagnostic testing of cancer specimen for BRAF V 600 mutation is important in guiding treatment decision for the following drug
A:-Ceritinib
B:-Trametinib
C:-Crizotinib
D:-Afatinib
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question47:-Most neurotoxic alkylating agent is
A:-Ifosfamide
B:-Carmustine
C:-Melphalan
D:-Busulfan
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question48:-Which of the following drug is a very potent radiosensitizer and should not be used with radiotherapy?
A:-Decitabine
B:-Capecitabine
C:-Gemcitabine
D:-Cytarabine
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question49:-Pancreatic Neuro Endocrine Tumor is treated with
A:-Sorafenib
B:-Pazopanib
C:-Axitinib
D:-Sunitinib
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question50:-Abiraterone is used for the treatment of
A:-Metastatic renal cell cercinoma
B:-Metastatic prostate cancer
C:-Metastatic breast cancer
D:-Metastatic colon cancer
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question51:-Bedaquiline acts by
A:-Inhibiting mycolic acid synthesis
B:-Inhibiting DNA dependent RNA polymerase
C:-Inhibiting squalene epoxidase
D:-Inhibiting Adenosine 5'triphosphate synthase in mycobacteria
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question52:-Guanosine analogue with antiretroviral action is
A:-Zidovudine
B:-Emixtricitabine
C:-Abacavir
D:-Lamivudine
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question53:-Orally effective antifungal antibiotic capable of inducing microsomal enzymes is
A:-Griseofulvin
B:-Caspofungin acetate
C:-Posaconazole
D:-Terbinafine
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question54:-An orange dye which exerts analgesic action in urinary tract is
A:-Nitrofurantoin
B:-Methenamine
C:-Phenazopyridine
D:-Mandelic acid
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question55:-Advantages of Artemisinin based combination therapy include all except
A:-Rapid clinical and parasitological cure
B:-Good tolerability profile
C:-High recrudescence rate
D:-Absence of parasite resistance
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question56:-All are true about Linezolid EXCEPT
A:-It is bactericidal against enterococci
B:-It acts on 23S rRNA fraction of 50S ribosomal subunit
C:-It has nearly 100% oral bioavailability
D:-Thrombocytopenia is a common adverse effect
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question57:-Minocycline, in comparison to Doxycycline,
A:-Attains higher concentration in tears and saliva
B:-Exhibits poor activity against mycobacterium leprae
C:-Exhibits higher incidence of photosensitivity
D:-Does not undergo extensive hepatic metabolism
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question58:-The antimicrobial agent effective against pseudomonas is
A:-Cefazolin
B:-Ticarcillin
C:-Tigercycline
D:-Ampicillin
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question59:-Topically effective sulphonamide preparation for bacterial conjunctivities is
A:-Sulfasalazine
B:-Sulfadiazine
C:-Sodium Sulfacetamide
D:-Sulfadoxine
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question60:-Orally effective carbapenem, resistant to inactivation by renal dehydropeptidase is
A:-Imipenem
B:-Ertapenem
C:-Doripenem
D:-Faropenem
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question61:-The mismatched pair among the following is
A:-Tiotropium bromide - Bronchodilator
B:-Ketotifen - PAF antagonist
C:-Pranlukast - Leukotriene synthesis inhibitor
D:-Omalizumab - Recombinant humanised anti IgE Monoclonal Antibody
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question62:-All are uses of N Acetyl Cysteine except
A:-Captopril induced dry cough
B:-Dry Eyes
C:-Acute paracetamol poisoning
D:-Cyclophosphamide induced haemorrahagic cystitis
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question63:-The CCK1/CCKA receptor antagonist that increases motility of the gastrointestinal tract is
A:- Sodium Alginate
B:-Lubiprostone
C:-Magaldrate
D:-Loxiglumide
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question64:-New formula for WHO-ORS provides
A:-133 mM , 13mM , 98 mM
B:-75 mM , 20mM , 65 mM
C:-130 mM , 4mM , 109 mM
D:-85 mM , 13 mM , 90 mM
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question65:-Emesis is induced by
A:-Aprepitant
B:-Nabilone
C:-Cyclizine
D:-Ipecacuanha
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question66:-Active form of the Enkephalinase inhibitor, Racecadotril is
A:-Pinaverium
B:-Thiorphan
C:-Trimebutine
D:-Crofelemer
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question67:-In Rheumatoid arthritis, Anakinra acts by
A:-Interleukin 1 receptor antagonism
B:-Inhibition of Calcineurin
C:-Interleukin 6 receptor antagonism
D:-Tumour necrosis factor alpha antagonism
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question68:-Alprostadil effective in Erectile dysfunction in males is a
A:- analogue
B:- analogue
C:- analogue
D:- analogue
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question69:-Longest acting agonist is
A:-Naratriptan
B:-Frovatriptan
C:-Zolmitriptan
D:-Rizatriptan
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question70:-The true statement about probenecid is
A:-It is used in patients with gout and nephrolithiasis
B:-It should be taken with plenty of fluids
C:-Peptic ulcer is not a contraindication for its use
D:-It is effective in patients with serum creatinine more than 2 mg/dl.
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question71:-Orally effective drug in scabies is
A:-Permethrin
B:-Crotamiton
C:-Ivermectin
D:-Benzyl benzoate
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question72:-Drug effective in treatment of Vitiligo is
A:-Trioxsalen
B:-Hydroquinone
C:-Monobenzone
D:-Adapalene
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question73:-Nephrotoxicity is less common with the use of
A:-Amphotericin B
B:-Cyclosporine
C:-Tacrolimus
D:-Sirolimus
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question74:-Immunostimulant action is exhibited by
A:-Levamisole
B:-Methotrexate
C:-Azathioprine
D:-Pentostatin
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question75:-Lowering of intraocular pressure is seen with the use of
A:-Tropicamide
B:-Neostigmine
C:-Tafluprost
D:-Cyclopentolate
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question76:-Dimercaprol is contraindicated in
A:-Lead poisoning
B:-Cadmium poisoning
C:-Mercury poisoning
D:-Arsenic poisoning
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question77:-Povidone lodine is an example for
A:-Oxidising agent
B:-Anionic surfactant
C:-Dye
D:-Iodophore
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question78:-Find the wrong pair
A:-Alemtuzumab - CD52
B:-Gemtuzumab -CD3
C:-Muromonab-CD3
D:-Rituximab-CD20
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question79:-Read the assertion and reason statements and choose the single best response
Assertion (A) : Sildenafil causes impaired blue green discrimination
Reason (R): Sildenafil is a weak inhibitor of phosphodiesterase 6
A:-Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B:-Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C:-(A) is true and (R) is false
D:-Both (A) and (R) are false
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question80:-False statement about lorcaserin is
A:-It is a agonist
B:-It has appetite suppressant action
C:-It is a cannabinoid receptor antagonist
D:-Headache, Dizziness, Dry mouth can occur as an adverse effect
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question81:-Experimental animal commonly used for pyrogen testing
A:-Guineapig
B:-Mouse
C:-Rabbit
D:-Rat
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question82:-According to prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1960, definition of 'animal' includes all except
A:-Cockroach
B:-Human beings
C:-Rat
D:-Monkey
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question83:-Sodium dihydrogen phosphate is a constituent of
A:-De Jalon's solution
B:-Frog ringer solution
C:-Kerbs solution
D:-Tyrode solution
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question84:-Which of the anesthetic agents is not suitable for the study of cardiovascular drugs in experimental animals
A:-Chloralose
B:-Ketamine
C:-Pentobarbitone
D:-Urethane
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question85:-Which among the following can be used as a mobile phase in normal phase HPLC?
A:-Acetonitrile
B:-Chloroform
C:-Methanol
D:-Water
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question86:-Which among the following is not used as a label in Radioimmunoassay
A:-Carbon-14
B:-Iodine-125
C:-Iodine-127
D:-Iodine-131
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question87:-Mean total cholesterol values of 50 diabetic patients is 346 mg/dl with standard deviation of 20 and that of non-diabetics is 288 mg/dl with standard deviation 9. To compare these values, which statistical test is the most appropriate?
A:-Independent sample t test
B:-One sample t test
C:-Median test
D:-ANOVA
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question88:-According to the empirical rule, approximately what percentage of the date should lie within +/-2SD
A:-68%
B:-75%
C:-95%
D:-99.7%
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question89:-If the data are normally distributed with a mean of 180 and standard deviation of 40. Between what two values will approximately 68% of the data fall
A:-140 and 220
B:-100 and 260
C:-60 and 300
D:-30 and 120
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question90:-In a box and whisker plot, two sides of the box represent
A:- and percentiles
B:- and percentages
C:- and percentiles
D:- and percentiles
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question91:-Bradykinin receptor antagonist useful for symptomatic treatment of hereditary angioedema
A:-Ambristentan
B:-Donidalorsen
C:-Ecallantide
D:-Icatibant
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question92:-An endocrine disrupting chemical is
A:-Aflatoxin B1
B:-Chromium
C:-Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT)
D:-Tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin(TCDD)
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question93:-The preferred drug in type 2 diabetes mellitus patient with patient with cardiac failure
A:-Empagliflozin
B:-Nateglinide
C:-Sitagliptin
D:-Voglibose
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question94:-Which among the following is not an example of drug repurposing?
A:-Minoxidil for treatment of baldness
B:-Sildenafil for treatment of erectile dysfunction
C:-Thalidomide for multiple myeloma treatment
D:-Topiramate for treatment of epilepsy
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question95:-Which among the statements regarding Semaglutide is incorrect?
A:-it is administered subcutaneously
B:-it causes weight gain in patients
C:-it has GLP-1 like action
D:-pancreatitis is an adverse effect
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question96:-The drug useful for controlling delusions, hallucinations and psychosis in parkinson's disease
A:-Opicapone
B:-Pimavanserin
C:-Rotigotine
D:-Safinamide
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question97:-Which among the following is not included in world Health Organisation's prescribing indicators
A:-Percentage of encounters with tablets prescribed
B:-Percentage of medicines prescribed by generic name
C:-Percentage of encounters with an antibiotic prescribed
D:-Percentage of medicines prescribed from essential medicines list
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question98:-Which among the following is a Watch drug as per Aware classification of antimicrobials?
A:-Azithromycin
B:-Gentamicin
C:-Pencillin
D:-Meropenem
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question99:-The partial nicotine receptor agonist useful in smoking cessation
A:-Bupropion
B:-Rimonabant
C:-Varenicline
D:-None of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question100:-The assumed average maintenance dose per day for a drug used for its main indication in adults is
A:-Defined daily dose
B:-Therapeutic range
C:-Therapeutic window
D:-Therapeutic dose
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Home
Answer Key
Previous Question Paper
Assistant Professor in Pharmacology Question Paper and Answer Key
Assistant Professor in Pharmacology Question Paper and Answer Key
Tags
# Answer Key
# Previous Question Paper
Share This
Previous Question Paper
Labels:
Answer Key,
Previous Question Paper
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
No comments:
Post a Comment