Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka

II B.D.S Degree Examination - 02-Nov-2023

Time: Three Hours Max. Marks: 70 Marks

GENERAL AND DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS (RS3)

Q.P. CODE: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat, labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAYS 2 x 10 = 20 Marks

1. Classify Corticosteroids. Explain the pharmacological action, therapeutic uses and adverse effect of
Prednisolone.
2. Enumerate the various factors modifying drug action with examples.

SHORT ESSAYS 8 x 5 = 40 Marks

3. Halothane.
4. Adrenaline.
5. Captopril.
6. Morphine.
7. Salbutamol.
8. Amoxicillin.
9. Lignocaine.
10. Metformin.

SHORT ANSWERS 5 x 2 = 20 Marks

11. Astringents.
12. Uses of Nitrates.
13. Name four Second generation H1 blockers.
14. Uses of Diazepam.
15. Uses of Metronidazole.
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 Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka
II B.D.S Degree Examination – 06-Feb-2023

Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 70 Marks

GENERAL& DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS (RS-3)

QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAY 2 X 10 = 20 Marks

1. Classify Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents. Give appropriate examples. Write mechanism of
action, therapeutic uses and adverse effects of Aspirin.
2. Classify Extended Spectrum Penicillins. Write the mechanism of action, adverse effects and uses of
Amoxicillin.

SHORT ESSAY 8 X 5 = 40 Marks

3. Uses and adverse effects of Benzodiazepines.
4. Acyclovir.
5. Enzyme inducers and their pharmacological significance.
6. Atropine substitutes.
7. Sulphonylureas.
8. Heparin.
9. Intravenous route of administration - advantages and disadvantages.
10. Salbutamol.

SHORT ANSWERS 5 X 2 = 10 Marks

11. Name any four contra indications for using Propranolol.
12. Name any two drugs given for Chloroquine resistant Falciparum malaria.

13. What is a placebo.

14. Name any two Potassium sparing diuretics.
15. Two clinical uses of Nitrates.

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 Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka
II B.D.S Degree Examination – 03.09.2022

Time: Three Hours Max. Marks: 70 Marks

GENERAL AND DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS (RS-3)

QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAY 2 X 10 = 20 Marks

1. Classify Beta Blockers. Discuss the Pharmacological actions, Adverse reactions, Therapeutic uses
and Drug Interactions of Propranolol.
2. Classify Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs. Discuss the Mechanism of action, Adverse
reactions and Therapeutic uses of Aspirin.

SHORT ESSAY 8 X 5 = 40 Marks

3. ACE inhibitors.
4. Co-trimoxazole.
5. Compare and Contrast Benzodiazepines and Barbiturates.
6. Nitrates.
7. Uses and Adverse effects of Adrenaline.
8. Mummifying Agents.
9. Teratogenicity.
10. Insulin preparations.

SHORT ANSWERS 5 X 2 = 10 Marks

11. Plasma Half Life.
12. Name four general Anesthetic Agents.

13. Mechanism of action of Lignocaine.

14. Mention the adverse effects of Tetracyclines.
15. Isoniazid.

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 Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences

II B.D.S Degree Examination – Mar-2022

Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]

Pharmacology
(Note : To be answered within total duration of 3 hours)

LONG ESSAY 1 X 10 = 10 Marks

1. Enumerate the various routes of Drug Administration with examples. Write the advantges and
disadvantages of Oral route.

2. Classify Opioid Analgesics. Write the pharmacological actions, uses and adverse effect of Morphine

SHORT ESSAYS (8X5=40MARKS)

3. Amoxicilin.

4. Metronidazole.

5. Adrenaline.

6. Nitrates.

7. Fibrinolytic agents.

8. Lignocaine

9 Antiseptic Mouth Washes.

10 Diazepam.

SHORT ANSWERS (5X2=10MARKS)

11 Vitamin C.

12. Domperidone.

13. Preanesthetic Medication.

14. Placebo.

15. Adverse effect of Corticosteroids.

 Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences

II B.D.S Degree Examination – Nov-2021

Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]

Pharmacology
(Note : To be answered within total duration of 3 hours)

LONG ESSAY 1 X 10 = 10 Marks

1. Classify Local Anesthetics. Discuss the mechanism of action, adverse reactions and Therapeutic uses
of Lignocaine.

2. Classify Anti-Hypertensive drugs. Discuss the mechanism of action,adverse reactions and Therapeutic
uses of ACE inhibitors.

Short essay 8 X 5 = 40 Marks

3. Rifampicin.

4. Biotransformation.

5. Compare and Contrast Heparin and warfarin.

6. Insulin preparations.

7. Uses and Adverse effects of Atropine.

8. Anti-caries Drugs.

9. Phenytoin.

10. Common properties of Aminoglycosides.

SHORT ANSWERS 2 X 5 = 10 Marks

11. Sublingual route.

12. Neostigmine.

13. Rationale for combining Levodopa and carbidopa.

14. Mention the adverse effects of Beta Blockers.

15. Mention uses of Alpha Blockers.

 Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – 26-Mar-2021
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks: 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS (RS-3)
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary
LONG ESSAYS 2X10=20 Marks
Q.1 Classify local Anesthetics. Describe the mechanism of action,
therapeutic uses and adverse effects of lignocaine.
Q.2 Define bioavailability. Discuss the factors that affect Bioavailability on
oral route.
SHORT ESSAYS 5x8=40Marks
Q.3 Paracetamol.
Q.4 Uses and adverse effects of Glucocorticoids.
Q.5 Therapeutic uses of Propranolol.
Q.6 Omeprazole.
Q.7 Dentifrices.
Q.8 Uses and adverse effects of Tetracyclines.
Q.9 Differences between Heparin and Warfarin.
Q.10 Teratogenicity.
SHORT ANSWERS 2x5=10Marks
Q.11 Mention two therapeutic uses of adrenaline.
Q.12 Name any two emetic drugs.
Q.13 Mention two bronchodilators used in Bronchial asthma.
Q.14 Mention any four anti-epileptic drugs.
Q.15 Mention two chelating agents with one use of each
 Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – Special Chance 04 FEB 2021
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks: 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS (RS-3)
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary

LONG ESSAYS 2x10=20 Marks

Q.1 Enumerate the routes of administration of drugs with suitable
examples. What are the advantages and disadvantages of oral route of
administration?
Q.2 Classify anticholinergic drugs. Discuss the pharmacological actions,
adverse effects and therapeutic uses of atropine.

SHORT ESSAYS 5x8=40Marks

Q.3 Dopamine.
Q.4 Osmotic diuretics.
Q.5 Insulin preparations.
Q.6 Extended spectrum penicillin.
Q.7 H2 blockers.
Q.8 Therapeutic uses and adverse effects of glucocorticoids.
Q.9 Pethidine.
Q.10 Bronchodilators.

SHORT ANSWERS 2x5=10Marks

Q.11 Mention first line antitubercular drugs.
Q.12 Mention two drugs used in typhoid fever.
Q.13 Explain the rationale for combining adrenaline with Lignocaine.
Q.14 Mention two uses and two adverse effects of streptokinase.
Q.15 Mention four antiseptics.
 Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – NOV 2020
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks: 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS (RS-3)
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary
LONG ESSAYS 2X10=20 Marks
Q.1 Name broad spectrum antibiotics. Discuss the antimicrobial
spectrum, mechanism of action, adverse and uses of Tetracycline.
Q.2 Classify Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Discuss the
pharmacological actions, adverse effects and therapeutic uses of Aspirin.

SHORT ESSAYS 5x8=40Marks

Q.3 Compare and contrast between heparin and Warfarin (Dicoumarol).
Q.4 Atropine substitutes.
Q.5 Advantages and disadvantages of intravenous route
Q.6 Dapsone.
Q.7 Nitroglycerine in angina pectoris.
Q.8 Frusemide
Q.9 Compare and contrast between Succinylcholine and pancuronium.
Q.10 Domperidone

SHORT ANSWERS 2x5=10Marks

Q.11 Explain the rationale for combining ampicillin and Probenecid.
Q.12 Name two antagonist of morphine.
Q.13 Treatment of status asthmaticus.
Q.14 Two uses and two adverse effects of Prazosin.
Q.15 Mention two astringents and their uses.
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – Dec- 2019

Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]

GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS

(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.
LONG ESSAY (2×10=20)

1. Classify the Beta-blockers. Discuss their therapeutic uses and adverse effects.

2. Classify local anesthetics. Discuss the mechanism of action, adverse effects and different techniques
used in the administration of local anesthetics.

SHORT ESSAY (8×5=40)

3. Short course chemotherapy of tuberculosis.

4. Ce-trmoxazole.

5. Microsomal enzyme induction and its clinical significance.

6. Diclofenac sodium.

7. Mast cell stabilizers.

8. Antifibrinolytics

9. Disclosing agents

10. Adverse effects and contraindications of glucocorticoids

SHORT ANSWERS (5×2=10)

11. Explain potency and efficacy of drugs.

12. Role of inhalational glucocorticoids in bronchial asthma

13. Management of acute and chronic fluoride toxicity

14. Rationale of carbamazepine use in neuralgic pain

15. Mention four adverse effects of phenytoin

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – JULY- 2019

Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]

GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS

(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.
1. Classify Anti-Cholinergic drugs. Discuss the Pharmacological actions, Adverse reactions and
Therapeutic uses of Atropine.

2. Classify Penicillin’s. Discuss the Mechanism of action, Adverse reactions and Therapeutic uses
Amoxicillin.

SHORT ESSAY 8 X 5 = 40 Marks

3. Bronchodilators

4. Plasma Protein Binding

5. Pro-Kinetic Agents

6. Lignocaine

7. Drugs used in dental Plaque

8. Sodium Valproate

9. ACE Inhibitors

10. Tetracyclines

SHORT ANSWERS 5 X 2 = 10 Marks

11. Name four Anti-fungal agents.

12. Name four second generation Anti-histaminics.

13. Vitamin D

14. Mention any four contraindications for Corticosteroids.

15. Disadvantages of the Oral Route

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – JULY- 2018

Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]

GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS

(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAY (2×10=20)

1. Define Bioavailability. Discuss the factors affecting Drug absorption and Bioavailability

2. Discuss Fluoride pharmacology

SHORT ESSAY (8×5=40)

3. Prodrug

4. TNH

5. Omeprazole

6. Heparin

7. Nasal Decongestants

8. Ciprofloxacin

9. Dimercaprol

10. Atenolol

SHORT ANSWERS (5×2=10)

11. Define therapeutic index. What is its clinical significance

12. Alkalinisation is done in Barbiturates poisoning. Explain

13. Lignocaine is combined with Adrenaline in Infiltration anesthesia. Explain

14. Mention the Antidotes in following drug poisoning:

a) Iron poisoning

b) Paracetamol poisoning

c) Atropine poisoning

d) Benzodiazepine poisoning

15. Mention any two contraindications of Morphine

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – Dec 2018
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

1. Classify the antihypertensive drugs. Discuss pharmacological actions, adverse effects and therapeutic
uses of ACE inhibitors.

2. Classify anti tubercular drugs. Discuss the mechanism of action, uses and adverse effects of
Rifampicin.

SHORT ESSAY

8 X 5 = 40 Marks

3. Proton pump inhibitors

4. Mouth wash

5. Reversible anticholinesterases

6. Management of motion sickness

7. Drug synergism

8. Oxidizing antiseptics

9. Diclofenac sodium

10. Uses of SSRIs

SHORT ANSWERS

5 X 2 = 10 Marks

11. Management of organophosphorus poisoning

12. Rationale of propranolol in thyrotoxicosis

13. Rationale of combining beta-lactamase inhibitors with amino penicillin’s

14. Two advantages and two disadvantages of transdermal route of drug administration

15. Rationale of chemoprophylaxis before tooth extraction

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – JUNE- 2017
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAY (2×10=20)

1. Classify non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Explain the therapeutic uses and adverse effects of
aspirin. Add a note on aspirin poisoning.

2. Classify drugs used in angina pectoris. Discuss the mechanism of action, therapeutic uses and adverse
effects of glyceryl trinitrate.

SHORT ESSAY (8×5=40)

3. Cotrimoxazole

4. Drug antagonism.

5. Isoniazid.

6. Preanesthetic medication.

7. Styptic agents

8. Therapeutic uses of adrenaline

9. H blockers

10. Therapeutic uses of glucocorticoids.

SHORT ANSWERS (5×2=10)

11. Mention any two advantages of oral route of drug administration.

12. Pharmacological basis of combining Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid as antimicrobial agents.

13. Mention two contraindications of Morphine.

14. Mention two uses of thiazide diuretics.

15. Mention two antimetabolites.

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – DECEMBER- 2017
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAY (2 X 10=20)

1.Define the term broad spectrum antimicrobial drug. Mention the broad spectrum anti-microbial
agents, Write about the mode of action and the adverse effects of tetracyclines. (2+2+3+3)

2. Classify the Anti-hypertensive drugs. Write the uses and adverse effect of angiotensin converting
enzyme inhibitors (ACEI)

(4+2+2+2)

SHORT ESSAY (8×5=40)

3. Pre-anesthetic medications.

4 Sialagogues

5. Pharmacotherapy of grandmal epilepsy

6. Heparin

7. Newer insulins.

8. Compare and contrast furosemide and thiazides

9. Salbutamol

10. Metronidazole

SHORT ANSWERS (5×2=10)

11. Mention two uses of beta blockers.

12. Explain the rationale for combining Clavulanic acid with Amoxicillin

13. Name four drugs used in its treatment of peptic ulcer

14. Name two advantages and two disadvantages of oral route of drug administration.

15. Name two anti-depressants.

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – JUNE- 2016
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAYS (2×10=20)

1. Classify Penicillin’s. Write the spectrum of action, mechanism of action, therapeutic Uses and adverse
effect of Amoxicillin.

2. Classify Anti-cholinergic. Write the therapeutic uses and adverse effect of Atropine.

SHORT ESSAYS (8×5=40)

3. Advantages and disadvantages of intravenous route

4. xylocaine

5. Tramadol

6. Metronidazole

7. Cough suppressants

8. Uses of Corticosteroids

9. Aspirin

10. Ketoconazole

SHORT ANSWERS (5×2=10)

11. Mention the drugs used in Typhoid fever

12. Adrenaline in Anaphylactic Shock

13. Adverse effects of Phenytoin

14. Amlodipine

15. Obtundents
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – DECEMBER- 2016
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAY (2×10=20)

1 Define local anesthesia, Classify local anesthetics. Write about the various routes of administration
and uses of lignocaine.

2.Write the therapeutic classification of sympathomimetic drugs. Write about the various uses and the
rationale for using adrenaline in dental practice.

SHORT ESSAY (8×5=40)

3. Sulfonylureas.

4. Uses of propranolol.

5. Pharmacotherapy of myocardial infarction.

6. iatrogenic diseases.

7. Indications and contraindications of morphine

8. Uses and advantages of ketamine.

9. Albendazole.

10. Proton pump inhibitors.

SHORT ANSWERS (5×2=10)

11. Mention two anti-retroviral drugs.

12. Mention two antiemetic agents and its uses.

13. Mention two antifungal agents.

14. Explain the rationale for giving pyridoxine with isoniazid.

15. Name four drugs used in dental plaque.

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – JULY- 2015
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAY (2×10=20)

1. Classify local anesthetics. Describe the mechanism of action and adverse effects of Lignocaine

2. Enumerate the various routes of drug administration with suitable examples.

SHORT ESSAY (8×5=40)

3 Dentifrices

4. Therapeutic uses of reversible anticholinesterases

5. Therapeutic uses and adverse effects of Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors (ACEI)

6. Ranitidine

7. Phenytoin

8. Preparations of iron and their adverse effects

9. Compare and contrast: Hydrochlorothiazide and Frusemide

10. Compare and contrast: Morphine and pethidine

SHORT ANSWERS (2×5=10)

11. Name four thrombolytics

12. Rationale of Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid combination

13. Mention four non- endocrine uses of Glucocorticoids

14. Mast cell stabilizers

15. Super infection

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – DECEMBER- 2015
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAYS (2×10=20)

1. Classify Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs. Explain the mechanism of action, therapeutic uses
and adverse effects of Aspirin.

2. Classify Sympathomimetics. Mention its pharmacological actions and therapeutic uses of Adrenaline.

SHORT ESSAYS (8×5=40)

3. Ketamine

4. H2-Receptor Antagonist

5. Methylxanthines

6. Atropine

7. Local routes of Drug Administration

8. Disclosing agents

9. Treatment of Cardiogenic Shock

10. Doxycycline

SHORT ANSWERS (5×2=10)

11. Albendazole

12. Give two examples of Drug antagonism

13. Hamycin

14. Name the antidotes of Heparin and Warfarin toxicity

15. Styptics
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – JUNE- 2014
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAYS (2×10=20)

1. Classify Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs. Explain the mechanism of action, therapeutic uses
and adverse effect of Aspirin. (4+1+3+2=10 marks)

2. Classify Beta lactam Antibiotics. Explain the mechanism of action, therapeutic uses and adverse effect
of Benzyl Penicillin.

SHORT ESSAYS (8×5=40)

3. Anticoagulant drugs

4. Irritant and Counter Irritants

5. Transdermal delivery system

6. Disinfectants

7. Alpha Blockers

8. Inhalational Anesthetics

9. Tetracycline

10. Ranitidine

SHORT ANSWERS (5×2=10)

11. Miotic Drugs

12. Fixed Dose combination

13. Treatment of Diabetic Ketoacidosis

14. Oral Route Of Drug Administration

15. Treatment of Dental Abscess

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – DECEMBER- 2014
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAY (2×10=20)

1. What are Beta-lactam antibiotics? Write the pharmacology of Amoxicillin and the dosage regimen in a
patient with mitral valve prolapse syndrome posted for dental extraction.

2. Classify Anti-cholinergic agents. Discuss the action, therapeutic uses and adverse effects of Atropine.

SHORT ESSAY (8×5=40)

3 Acetyl salicylic acid

4. Insulin analogues

5. Oral anticoagulants

6. Dentifrices

7. Metronidazole

8. Ascorbic acid

9. Pharmacological management of Anaphylactic shock

10. Furosemide

SHORT ANSWERS (2×5=10)

11. Name any two drugs producing Gingival hyperplasia as side effect

12. Name any two drugs used in Bronchial Asthma

13. Name any two Slalogogues

14. Explain why Ethyl alcohol is administered in methyl alcohol poisoning

15. Name any four Styptic agents

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – JUNE- 2013
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAY (2×10=20)

1. Classify non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. Explain the mechanism of action, uses adverse effects
of Aspirin.

2. Classify the local anesthetic and explain their mechanism of action. Discuss the various uses of local
anesthetics.

SHORT ESSAY (8×5=40)

3. Bleaching agents

4. Styptics

5. Phenytoin

6. Proton pump inhibitors

7. Osmotic diuretics

8. Albendazole

9. Nifedipine

10. Teratogenicity of drugs

SHORT ANSWERS (5×2=10)

11. Salbutamol and ipratropium bromide

12. Tetracyclines and chloramphenicol

13. Oral and sublingual route of drug administration

14. Sulfonylureas and meglitinides

15. Amitriptyline and fluoxetine

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – DECEMBER- 2013
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAY (2 X 10 = 20)

1. What is a local anesthetic agent? Classify with suitable examples. Explain the pharmacology of
lignocaine. Comment On the combination of adrenaline with lignocaine.

2. Classify antitubercular drugs. Discuss the mechanism of action, adverse effects and uses of Rifampicin
drugs.

SHORT ESSAY (8 X5 = 40)

3. Anti-metabolites

4. Obtundents

5. Cotrimoxazole

6. oral anti diabetic drugs

7. Anti-emetics

8. Morphine

9.Terbutaline

10. Carcinogenicity

SHORT ANSWERS (5×2=10)

11. Name two specific antidotes for respective drug overdosage

12. Justify ibuprofen and paracetamol combination

13. Name any two non-sedating anti histamines

14. Name any four safe drugs in pregnancy

15. Name any two drugs not to be used in kidney diseases

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – JUNE/JULY- 2012
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.
LONG ESSAY (2×10=20)

1. Enumerate four chemical classes of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs with suitable examples.
write the mechanism of action, clinical uses and adverse effects of aspirin

2. Enumerate aminoglycoside antibiotics. Write their general pharmacological properties. Mention

therapeutic uses of Gentamicin.

SHORT ESSAY (8 X5 = 40)

3. Therapeutic uses and adverse effects of beta blockers

4. Mummifying agents

5. Mechanism of action and clinical uses of Lignocaine

6. Pre-anaesthetic medication

7. Pantoprazole

8. Methotrexate

9 Compare and contrast: Physostigmine and Neostigmine

10. Compare and contrast: Pentobarbitone and Diazepam

SHORT ANSWERS (5 X2= 10 )

11. Mention two uses and two adverse effects of Digoxin

12. Mention four uses of Metronidazole

13. What is zero order Kinetics? Give one example

14. Name two non-sedative anti histamines. Mention two uses

15. Mention two uses and two adverse effects of Hydrochlorothiazide

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – DECEMBER- 2012
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAY (2x10=20)

1. Classify opioid analgesics. Discuss the mechanisim of action, adverse erfects & therapeutic uses of
morphine

2. Classify beta blockers. Discuss the pharmacoiogical actions, adverse effects & therapeutic uses of
propranolol

SHORT ESSAY (8×5=40)

3.Thiazide

4.Cotrimoxazole

5. Newer Insulins

6. Metronidazole

7. Styptics

8. Vitamin C

9. D-Penicillamine

10. Atropine

SHORT ANSWERS (5 X2 =10)

11. Define tachyphylaxis. Give two examples

12.Name vinka alkaloids. Discuss their mechanism of action

13. Roxdthromycin is preferred to Erythromycin. Explain

14. Mention any four therapeutic uses of Adrenaline

15. Penicillin should not be combined with Tetracycline. Explain

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – JUNE/JULY-2011
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAY (2×10=20)

1. Classify local anesthetics with examples. Describe the mechanism of action of local anesthetics. Add a
note on two types of local anesthetics.

2. Enumerate fluoroquinolones. Write the therapeutic uses and adverse effects of ciprofloxacin

SHORT ESSAY (8×5=40)

3. Adverse effects of corticosteroids

4. Obtundents

5. Therapeutic uses and adverse effects of atropine

6. Advantages and disadvantages of Halothane

7. Drug antagonism

8. Therapeutic uses and adverse effects of Frusemide

9. Compare and contrast: Adrenaline and dopamine

10. Compare and contrast: Heparin and Dicoumarol

SHORT ANSWERS (5×2=10)

11. Mention four uses of acyclovir

12. What is scurvy? Mention a drug used in this condition

13. Rationale of using ethyl alcohol in methyl alcohol poisoning

14. Name two prokinetic drugs. Mention two uses

15. Rationale of using Amlodipine in hypertension

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II B.D.S Degree Examination – DECEMBER-2011/JANUARY- 2012

Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAY (2×9=18)

1. Name the Broad spectrum Antibiotics. Discuss the antimicrobial spectrum mechanism of action,
effects and therapeutic uses and contraindication for Tetracycline.

2. Define a disclosing soluion. Which is an ideal disclosing soluton? Briefly explain erythrosine.

SHORT ESSAY (8×5=40)

3. Oxidizing antiseptics

4. Mummifying agents

5. Ciprofloxacin

6. Chloroquine

7.Parenteral iron preparations

8 Pethidine

9 Oral rehydration salts

10. Prazosin

SHORT ANSWERS (5×2=10)

11. Metoclopramide and dompentone

12. First order and zero order kinetics

13. Probenical and alicpurinol

14. Lerothyroxine and liothyronine

15. Olanzepine and carbamatepine

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II B.D.S Degree Examination – JUNE/JULY- 2010
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAY (2×10=20)

1. Classify various routes of drug administration. Discuss the merits and demerits of Oral route

2) classify local anesthetics. Discuss the mechanism of action, adverse erfects and therapeutic use &
advantages of Lignocaine.

SHORT ESSAY (8X5= 40)

3) Enzyme induction

4) Frusemide

5) Therapeutic uses of Glucocorticoids

6) Sulfonylurea

7) Drug dependence

8) Domperidone

9) Rifampicin

10)Ampicillin

SHORT ANSWERS (5×2=10)

11. Define counter irritant. Give two examples

12. Give an example each the following a) Anti- leprotic drug b) Anthelmintic c) Anticancerous drug d)
Sulfonamide

13. Frusemide is combined with Triamterene. Explain

14.Mention any two advantages of Newer Insulin

15. Adrenaline is administered in Anaphylactic shock, Explain

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
II B.D.S Degree Examination – DEC- 2010
Time: 3 Hrs. [Max. Marks : 70]
GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(RS-3)
QP Code: 1184
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

LONG ESSAY 2 X 10 = 20 Marks

1. Classify the Glucocorticoids. Discuss their adverse effects and therapeutic uses

2. Define a mouth wash. Briefly explain the different types of mouth washes with their current status in
clinical practice

SHORT ESSAY 8 X 5 = 40 Marks

3. Dopamine

4. Obtundents

5. Metronidazole

6. Metoclopramide

7. Methotrexate

8. Antiplatelet drugs

9. Drug antagonism

10. Diazepam

SHORT ANSWERS

5 X 2 = 10 Marks

11. Heparin and warfarin

12. Salbutamol and theophylline

13. Furosemide and spironolactone

14. Succinylcholine and pancuronium

15. Captopril and losartan

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