Description : The most likely complication of prolonged use of nasal decongestant drops is: A. Atrophic rhinitis B. Hypertrophy of nasal mucosa C. Naso-pharyngeal moniliasis D. Blockage of eustachian tubes
Last Answer : A. Atrophic rhinitis
Description : The most likely complication of prolonged use of nasal decongestant drops is (a) Atrophic rhinitis (b) Hypertrophy of nasal mucosa (c) Naso-pharyngeal moniliasis (d) Blockage of Eustachian tubes
Last Answer : Ans: A
Description : One of the most common side effect of inhaled beclomethasone dipropionate is: A. Pneumonia B. Oropharyngeal candidiasis C. Atrophic rhinitis D. Pituitary-adrenal suppression
Last Answer : B. Oropharyngeal candidiasis
Description : Prolonged testosterone therapy can cause: A. Hypertrophy of seminiferous tubules of testes B. Hypertrophy of interstitial cells of testes C. Atrophy of interstitial cells of testes D. Both ‘A’ and ‘B’ are correct
Last Answer : C. Atrophy of interstitial cells of testes
Description : Another term for clergyman's sore throat is a) chronic granular pharyngitis. In clergyman's sore throat, the pharynx is characterized by numerous swollen lymph follicles. b) ... . Hypertrophic pharyngitis is characterized by general thickening and congestion of the pharyngeal mucous membrane.
Last Answer : a) chronic granular pharyngitis. In clergyman’s sore throat, the pharynx is characterized by numerous swollen lymph follicles.
Description : The following is true of proton pump inhibitors except: A. They are the most effective drugs for Zolinger Ellison syndrome B. Their prolonged use can cause atrophy of gastric mucosa C. They inhibit growth of H. pylori in stomach D. They have no effect on gastric motilit
Last Answer : B. Their prolonged use can cause atrophy of gastric mucosa
Description : The MOST stable area to evaluate the craniofacial growth is: A. Nasal floor B. Cranial vault C. Occlusal plane D. Naso maxillary complex E. Anterior cranial base
Last Answer : E. Anterior cranial base
Description : A 60-year-old patient presented with anorexia, weakness, paresthesia and mental changes. His tongue was red, tendon reflexes were diminished, haemoglobin was 6 g% with large red cells and neutrophils had ... be responsible for his condition: A. Folic acid B. Vitamin B12 C. Pyridoxine D. Riboflavin
Last Answer : B. Vitamin B12
Description : What's the best nasal decongestant out there?
Last Answer : You should probably go to the doctor and figure out the cause. The best medicine depends on whether you have allergy problems, sinus problems or something else.
Description : What is your management with a chronic oral antral fistula for some time after the extraction of maxillary first molar: A. Surgical closure B. Anti-biotic and nasal decongestant C. Wash the antrum D. All of the above
Last Answer : D. All of the above
Description : Which of the following drugs has been used both as orally active nasal decongestant as well as appetite suppressant, and has been implicated in precipitating haemorrhagic stroke: A. Dexfenfluramine B. Phenylpropanolamine C. Isoxsuprine D. Oxymetazoline
Last Answer : B. Phenylpropanolamine
Description : Which one of the folowing is a complication of streptococcal pharyngitis? a. Rheumatic Fever b. Pseudomembrane Blockage c. Strawberry Tongue d. Chest, Back, And Leg Pain
Last Answer : a. Rheumatic Fever
Description : In the head and neck: a. the lymph from the upper lid drains to the parotid and submandibular lymph nodes b. the facial nerve comes from the first pharyngeal arch c. branches of the ... e. an unilateral cleft lip is a failure of the maxillary process to fuse with the medial nasal process
Last Answer : branches of the ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve supply the skin of the scalp as far backward as the vertex
Description : In regard to Plummer-Vincent syndrome or “Paterson and Kelly syndrome”: A. Iron deficiency is a feature B. Atrophic oral and gastric mucosa C. Dysphagia and angular cheilitis D. Predisposing oral cancer E. All of the above
Last Answer : E. All of the above
Description : Testosterone therapy started in a boy of 8 years and continued till puberty is likely to: A. Increase adult stature B. Reduce adult stature C. Have no effect on adult stature D. Cause hypertrophy of penis
Last Answer : B. Reduce adult stature
Description : A patient presented with abdominal pain and frequent unsatisfactory bowel movement. For the last one year he has been using a purgative twice weekly to open his bowel. On colonoscopy the colon was found to ... that the patient has been using: A. Liquid paraffin B. Ispaghula C. Senna D. Lactulose
Last Answer : C. Senna
Description : In which of the following conditions estrogen is not the primary drug but is added to progestin as adjuvant: A. Dysfunctional uterine bleeding B. Menopausal syndrome C. Osteoporosis D. Atrophic vaginitis
Last Answer : A. Dysfunctional uterine bleeding
Description : Are the Eustachian tubes the key to curing some types of Asthma?
Last Answer : Eustachian tubes are in your ears, not your nose.
Description : The ciliated epithelial cells are required to move particles or mucus in a specific direction. In humans, these cells are mainly present in (a) bronchioles and Fallopian tubes (b) bile duct and bronchioles (c) Fallopian tubes and pancreatic duct (d) Eustachian tube and salivary duct
Last Answer : (a) bronchioles and Fallopian tubes
Description : Which of the following is a barrier to entry of pathogens? a. the skin b. tears c. nasal mucosa d. A-C are correct
Last Answer : d. A-C are correct
Description : Sodium cromoglycate has a role in the treatment of the following conditions except: A. Chronic bronchial asthma B. Chronic urticaria C. Chronic allergic rhinitis D. Chronic allergic conjunctivitis
Last Answer : B. Chronic urticaria
Description : Malignant hyperthermia is a rare complication of use of the following anaesthetic: A. Ketamine B. Thiopentone sodium C. Halothane D. Ether
Last Answer : D. Ether
Description : The most important complication of streptokinase therapy is: A. Hypotension B. Bleeding C. Fever D. Anaphylaxis
Last Answer : B. Bleeding
Description : Intravenous saline infusion is the treatment of choice for the following complication(s) of vigorous furosemide therapy: A. Dilutional hyponatremia B. Acute saline depletion C. Hypokalemia D. All of the above
Last Answer : B. Acute saline depletion
Description : The following drug has been found to improve urine flow in elderly males with benign prostatic hypertrophy: A. Nifedipine B. Prazosin C. Disopyramide D. Imipramine
Last Answer : B. Prazosin
Description : Choose the correct statement about long acting calcium channel blocking drugs as antihypertensives: A. They are the most effective drugs in suppressing hypertensive left ventricular hypertrophy B. They ... more than β blockers D. They have no beneficial effect in hypertensive/diabetic nephropath
Last Answer : B. They are as effective as diuretics or β blockers in reducing cardiovascular/total mortality
Description : he following is true of nifedipine except: A. It can aggravate urine voiding difficulty in elderly males with prostatic hypertrophy B. It promotes Na+ retention by a renal tubular action to ... release from pancreas D. At high doses it can paradoxically increase the frequency of angina pectori
Last Answer : B. It promotes Na+ retention by a renal tubular action to cause ankle oedema as side effect
Description : Angiotensin II plays a key role in the following risk factor for ischaemic heart disease: A. Hypercholesterolemia B. Ventricular hypertrophy C. Carbohydrate intolerance D. Cardiac arrhythmia
Last Answer : B. Ventricular hypertrophy
Description : In patients with benign prostatic hypertrophy, finasteride exerts the following action/actions: A. Reduces size of the prostate gland B. Increases peak urinary flow rate C. Relaxes vesical sphincter D. Both 'A' and 'B' are correct
Last Answer : D. Both 'A' and 'B' are correct
Description : Which of the following is a steroid 5α-reductase inhibitor that has been found useful in benign prostatic hypertrophy and male pattern baldness: A. Flutamide B. Finasteride C. Prazosin D. Minoxidil
Last Answer : B. Finasteride
Description : Conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone by the enzyme 5α-reductase is required for the following actions except: A. Formation of male external genitalia in the foetus B. Prostatic hypertrophy in elderly males C. Pubertal changes in the male adolescent D. Spermatogenesis
Last Answer : D. Spermatogenesis
Description : Thyrotropin exerts the following actions on the thyroid gland except: A. Increases vascularity B. Inhibits proteolysis of thyroglobulin C. Induces hyperplasia and hypertrophy D. Promotes iodide trappin
Last Answer : B. Inhibits proteolysis of thyroglobulin
Description : 16.18 Thyrotropin exerts the following actions on the thyroid gland except: A. Increases vascularity B. Inhibits proteolysis of thyroglobulin C. Induces hyperplasia and hypertrophy D. Promotes iodide trapping
Description : Select the drug which can improve urinary flow rate in benign prostatic hypertrophy without affecting prostate size: A. Amphetamine B. Prazosin C. Finasteride D. Goserelin
Description : Select the drug which affords faster and greater symptomatic relief in benign hypertrophy of prostate: A. Terazosin B. Desmopressin C. Finasteride D. Sildenafi
Last Answer : A. Terazosin
Description : Prazosin is an effective antihypertensive while nonselective α adrenergic blockers are not because: A. It is the only orally active α blocker B. It improves plasma lipid profile C. It does not concurrently enhance noradrenaline release D. It improves urine flow in males with prostatic hypertrophy
Last Answer : C. It does not concurrently enhance noradrenaline release
Description : Choose the correct statement about latanoprost: A. It is a PGF2α derivative used in glaucoma B. It is a selective α1 blocker used in benign hypertrophy of prostate C. It is a 5-α- ... reduce the size of enlarged prostate gland D. It is a PGE2 analogue used intravaginally for cervical priming
Last Answer : A. It is a PGF2α derivative used in glaucoma
Description : Select the drug which affords faster and greater symptomatic relief in benign hypertrophy of prostate: A. Terazosin B. Desmopressin C. Finasteride D. Sildenafil
Description : Antazol 0.05 (Antazol 0.05) What are the functions of nasal drops ?
Last Answer : Used to relieve nasal congestion , nasal congestion , year-round allergic rhinitis , sinusitis.
Description : Can drops & sprays be used together for nasal congestion solution ?
Last Answer : You only use drops. Do not take spray when you use drops. Again, you should not use these drop sprays too much. If you use more, you will not want to open your nose.
Description : Define (i)Nasal drops
Last Answer : Nasal drops are aqueous solutions for instilling into nose with dropper torelieve congestion ,inflammation & to combat infection (ii)Inhalation: These are liquid preparation consisting of volatile substances and ... with a dropper for cleaning of ear, softening of wax and for treating mild infection
Description : The success of oral rehydration therapy of diarrhoea depends upon the following process in the intestinal mucosa: A. Sodium pump mediated Na+ absorption B. Glucose coupled Na+ absorption C. Bicarbonate coupled Na+ absorption D. Passive Na+ diffusion secondary to nutrient absorption
Last Answer : B. Glucose coupled Na+ absorption
Description : Sucralfate promotes healing of duodenal ulcer by: A. Enhancing gastric mucus and bicarbonate secretion B. Coating the ulcer and preventing the action of acid-pepsin on ulcer base C. Promoting regeneration of mucosa D. Both ‘A’ and ‘B’ are correct
Last Answer : B. Coating the ulcer and preventing the action of acid-pepsin on ulcer base
Description : Choose the antiulcer drug that inhibits gastric acid secretion, stimulates gastric mucus and bicarbonate secretion and has cytoprotective action on gastric mucosa: A. Misoprostol B. Sucralfate C. Carbenoxolone sodium D. Colloidal bismuth subcitrate
Last Answer : A. Misoprostol
Description : The primary mechanism by which prostaglandins promote ulcer healing is: A. Inhibition of gastric acid secretion B. Augmentation of bicarbonate buffered mucus layer covering gastroduodenal mucosa C. Increased bicarbonate secretion in gastric juice D. Increased turnover of gastric mucosal cell
Last Answer : B. Augmentation of bicarbonate buffered mucus layer covering gastroduodenal mucosa
Description : Histamine H2 blockers attenuate the gastric secretory response to acetylcholine and pentagastrin as well because: A. H2 blockers block gastric mucosal cholinergic and gastrin receptors as well B. H2 ... acetylcholine and gastrin all act through the phospholipase C-IP3:DAG pathway in gastric mucosa
Last Answer : C. Acetylcholine and gastrin act partly by releasing histamine in gastric mucosa
Description : Select the correct statement about nitrous oxide: A. It irritates the respiratory mucosa B. It has poor analgesic action C. It is primarily used as a carrier and adjuvant to other anaesthetics D. It frequently induces post anaesthetic nausea and retching
Last Answer : C. It is primarily used as a carrier and adjuvant to other anaesthetics