Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University 2009 B.Pharm III – PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY Q.PCode : 564203 - - Question Paper

FEBRUARY – 2009
[KU 715] Sub. Code: 4203
THIRD B.PHARM. DEGREE exam
(Common to 3rd Year Revised and Re-Revised Regulations)
Paper III – PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY
Q.P. Code : 564203
Time : 3 hours Maximum : 90 marks
I. Essay ques. : ans any 2 ques.. (2 X 20 = 40)
1. a) Classify Anti-psychotic drugs with examples. (5)
b) define the pharmacology and toxicology of chlorpromazine. (10)
c) Write a note on lithium. (5)
2. a) Classify drugs used in hypertension. (5)
b) explain the pharmacological actions and adverse effects of ß-blockers.
(10)
c) discuss the role of angiotensin in hypertension. (5)
3. a) Classify anti-ulcer agents. (5)
b) discuss the underlying reasons for ulcer with the recommended
mode of treatment. (10)
c) define the drugs acting on respiratory tract. (5)
II. Write Short Notes : ans any 8 ques.. (8X five = 40)
1. Classify antiviral agents with suitable examples.
2. define the mechanism of action of digitalis.
3. discuss the importance of systemic antifungal agents.
4. Classify bioassays and write the principles of bio assay.
5. define the toxicity of organophosphorus compounds with symptoms and
mode of treatment.
6. Classify anti-arrhythmic agents with atleast 2 examples for every
classification.
7. define the treatment regimen for tuberculosis therapy.
8. define the pharmacological importance of sodium channel blockers,
9. define the pharmacology of anti-anxiety agents.
10. Classify the drugs acting on neuromuscular junction.
III. Short Answers: ans any 5 ques.. (5X2 = 10)
1. describe the term biological half life.
2. State any 2 important factors affecting drug absorption.
3. Name any 4 nicotinic blockers.
4. provide examples for any 4 anti-malarial agents.
5. Write any 4 antielminthtics.
6. Name any 4 anti-thyroid drugs.
7. provide examples for anti-cancer antibiotics.

Earning:   Approval pending.