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1.

First human to journey into outer space
- A.
  
  Edwin Aldrin
- B.
  
  Yuri Gagarin
- C.
  
  Neil armstrong
- D.
  
  Valentina Tereshkova
Correct Answer
B. Yuri Gagarin

Explanation
I know .. it is not related to Pharma.......... but to us.......... i want to see the first one to reply this quiz ...........
U'll find pharma related questionaire in next question onwards

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What is the generic of bactrim ?
- A.
  
  Fluconazole
- B.
  
  Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim
- C.
  
  Paroxetine
Correct Answer
B. Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim
3.

Generic of flagyl?
- A.
  
  Metronidazole
- B.
  
  Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim
- C.
  
  Paroxetine
Correct Answer
A. Metronidazole
4.

What is the only expectorant approved for use in OTC cough remedies?
- A.
  
  Codeine
- B.
  
  Guaifenesin
- C.
  
  Ephedrine
- D.
  
  Phenylpropanolamine
Correct Answer
B. Guaifenesin

Explanation
Guaifenesin is the only expectorant approved for use in OTC cought remedies. It stimualtes the reflex production of bronchial secretions by irritating the gastric mucosa. These bronchial secretions relieves a dry, irritating cough.

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Which of the following is the BEST description of the action of an expectorant?
- A.
  
  T helps expel phlegm by directly stimulates the cough reflex center
- B.
  
  It promotes the expulsion of phlegm from the respiratory tract
- C.
  
  It breaks up phlegm in the respiratory tract
- D.
  
  It causes broncodilation providing a less obstructed airway for removal of phelgm
Correct Answer
B. It promotes the expulsion of phlegm from the respiratory tract

Explanation
Expectorants promte the expulsion of mucus, phlegm and fluid from the lungs and bronchial passages. This enhances the productiveness of a cough. It does so by stimulating the production of bronchial secretions which can than 'capture' the phlegm, mucus and fluid as it is being swept up the mucociliary escalator found within the respiratory tract.

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6.

Which of the following routes of administration would be considered a parenteral route?
- A.
  
  Subcutaneous injection
- B.
  
  Feeding tube
- C.
  
  Oral ingestion
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
A. Subcutaneous injection

Explanation
Subcutaneous injection is the parenteral route. The word parenteral mean outside the intestines, but in common use it is usually limited to injections.

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Pharma Quiz

First human to journey into outer space

What is the generic of bactrim ?

Generic of flagyl?

What is the only expectorant approved for use in OTC cough remedies?

Which of the following is the BEST description of the action of an expectorant?

Which of the following routes of administration would be considered a parenteral route?