MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE, KOTHAMANGALAM

II BDS Regular batch- Model examination Febuary 2024

Time: 3 hrs

PHARMACOLOGY
Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly Answer all parts of single
question together
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Max marks :70

Essays: (2 X 10 = 20)
1) Classify local anaesthetics. Discuss the MOA of lignocaine & the different
techniques of local anaesthesia with clinical significance.(4+2+4)

2) Classify antihypertensive drugs. Discuss the MOA, adverse effects & uses of ACE
inhibitors. (4+2+2+2)

Short N tes: (4 x5 =20)

3) Discuss the mechanism of action, uses & adverse effects of metronidazole.
(2+1+2)

4) Explain the advantages & disadvantages of sublingual route.Mention two examples

(4+1)

5) Name four corticosteroids. Describe their uses and adverse effects

6) Mechanism of action, adverse effects and uses of succinyl choline.

Answer Briefly: (10 x 3 = 30)
7) Compare & contrast heparin and warfarin.

8) Briefly discuss on mummifying agents used in dentistry

9) Pharmacotherapy of anaphylactic shock

10) Post exposure prophyaxis of HIV infection.

11) Briefly discuss the uses &.adverse effects of morphine.

12) Mention six uses of beta blockers.

13) Classify antiplatelet drugs and mention their therapeutic uses.

14) Enumerate the complications ofinhalational general anaesthesia.

15) Outline_t_he management of organophosphorous poisoning

16) Explain the rational for the fixed drug combination in cotriinoxazol,e.

(1+2+2)

(5)

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MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE, KOTHAMANGALAM
II BDS (Regular batch) - 3rd Internal examination January.2024 General & Dental
pharmacology and therapeutics

Time: 3 hrs Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly.
Answer all parts of single question together Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Max marks :70

ESSAYS (2 X 10 = 20)

1. Classify beta-lactum antibiotcs. Discuss the mechanism of ac1ion, adverse

effects and therapeutic uses of penicillin G (4+ 2+2+2)

2. Classify drugs used for treating peptic ulcer. Discuss the mechanism of action,
adverse effects and uses of omeprazole. (4+3+1+2)

SHORT NOTES (4x5=20) --- - - - -- - -----

3D. iscuss in detail about antimicrobial resistance
4. Name four first line anti-TB drugs. Disc�ss adverse effects & uses ofRifampicin.
(1+2+2)

5. Discuss the MOA, adverse effects, and uses ofketoconazole.

.6 Insulin preparations

(2+2+1)

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BRIEF NOTES (10x3=30)
7. Advantages of second generation antihistamines
8. Mention six general toxicities of anticancer drugs.

9. Briefly discuss on prokinetic agent.s

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10. Write the mechanism ofaction and therapeutic uses of Acyclovir.

1L_Compare &.contrast tetracyclh1e with doxycyline.
12. Classify drugs used itl bronchial asthma.
13. Treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis

14. Mention six�adverse effects of glucocorticoids.

15. Uses ofmetronidazole�
16. Write the mechanisms of action of sulfonyl ureas.

MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE, KOTHAMANGALAM

II BDS (Regular batch) - 2nd Internal examination October 2023
General & DentaJ pharmacology and therapeutics

Time: 3 hrs Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly.
Answer all parts of single question together Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Max marks :70

ESSAYS (2 x-10 = 20)

1. Classify NSAIDs. Discuss the MOA, adverse effects & uses of Aspirin.
(4+2+2+2)

2. Name five groups of antihypertensive drugs with two examples each. Discuss the
adverse effects and uses of captopril. (5+3+2)

SHORT NOTES (4 X 5 = 20)

3. Discuss the mechanism of action, uses and adverse effects of Lignocaine.

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4. Classify Diuretics. Mention the uses & adverse effects of Loop diuretics.

5. Discuss the role of Fluoride in dentistry.

6. Classify antiplatelet drugs and mention their therapeutic uses.

(2+2+1)

(2+1+2)

(3+2)

BRIEF NOTES (10x3=30).

7. Rationale for the use of ethyl alcohol in methanol poisoning
8. Mention three groups of antianginal drugs-with examples

9. Name two oral and tw _parenteral iron preparations. List the adverse e ects of
oral iron therapy

10. Mention two atypical antipsychotics with their advantages.

11. Compare & contrast heparin and, warfarin.
12. Briefly discuss on discl9smg_agents used irr dentistry
13. Enum rate the complications of inhalational general anaesthesia.
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14. Write the advantages of S5Rls over tricyclic antidepressants

15. Name two long actingbenzodiazepines and mention four uses of them.

16. Write the mechanisms of action of valproic acid.

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MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE, KOTHAMANGALAM

II BDS (Regular) - 1st internal Examination Aug 2023

General & Dental pharmacology and therapeutics

Time: 3 hrs Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly Answer all
parts of single question together
. Draw diagrams wherever necessary

ESSAYS (2 xlO = 20)

Max marks :70.

1. Enumerate the various routes of drug administration. Discuss the merits &
demerits of subcutaneous route. Describe Tran.sdermal patch with examples.
(3+2+2+3)

2. Classify skeletal.muscle r laxants. Discuss the MOA, adverse effects & uses of
succinyl choline.
(3+3+2+2)

SHORT NOTES (4 x = 20)

3. What is bioavilability? Discuss the factors affecting bioavailability.

4. Write briefly on atropine substitutes.

5. Discuss:the various r actions of biotransformation.

6. Classify P,�adrenergic blockers. Discuss the adverse effects & uses qf p
blockers.

(1+4)

(2+1+2)

BRIEF NOTES (10 x3 = 30)

7. Rational for use of adrenaline in anaphylactic shock.

8. Mention 6 uses ofa.-blockers.

9. Briefly discuss the mechanism of action of dopamine.

10. Treatment of organophospherous poisoning.

11. Indications for therapeutic drug monitoring.

12. Enteric coated tablets

13. Compare & contrast Physostigmine and Neostigmine

14. Enumerate the various types of drug antagonism with suitable examples

15. First pass metabolism

16. Enumerate the methods to prolong drug action.

MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE, KOTHAMANGALAM

JI BDS (supplementary batch)-Model examination June 2023

General & Dental Pharmacology and Therapeutics

Time : 3 hrs Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly Answer
all parts of single question together
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Max marks :70.

Essays: (2 xl0=20)
I .Classify antihypertensive drugs. Discuss the MOA, adverse effects & uses of ACE
inhibitors. (4+I+3+2)
2. Classify drugs used in the treatment of peptic ulcer. Explain mechanism of
action & uses of omeprazole. How is H.Pylori infection treated? (3+2+2+3)

Short Notes: (4 x = 20)

3. Explain the advantages & disadvantages of sublingual route. Mention two drugs
given by this route. (2+2+1)
4. Classify peripherally acting skeletal muscle relaxants with examples and mention
4 uses of them. (3+2)
5. Name two third generation cephalosporins.Discuss their therapeutic uses &
adverse effects.
(1+2+3)
6. Role of fluorides in dental practice

Answer Briefly: (10 x 3 = 30)

7. Explain the complications of inhalational general anaesthesia.
8. Classify antimalarial drugs with suitable examples.
9. Advantages of selective COX-2 inhibitors.
10. Write the mechanism of action and therapeutic uses of Acyclovir
11. Mention six adverse effects of glucocorticoids
12. Name two azoles & describe their mechanism of action.
13. Define chemoprophylaxis. Explain two examples for the same.
14. Compare & contrast heparin and warfarin.
15. Write a brief note on inhalational steroids.
16. Explain the rational for the use of prazosin in benign prostatic hyperplasia.

MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE, KOTHAMANGALAM

II BDS (supplementary batch) - 3nd Internal examination April 2023

General & Dental pharmacology and therapeutics

Time: 3 hrs Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly Answer all
parts of single question together
Draw diagrams wherever necessary
Max marks :70.

Essays (2 X 10 = 20)

1. Classify NSAIDs. Discuss the MOA, adverse effects & uses of Aspirin.
(4+2+2+2)

2. Classify antianginal drugs. Discuss the MOA, adverse effects and uses of
Nitrates. (3+2+2+3)

Short notes (4x5=20)

3. Discuss the MOA, adverse effects and uses of succinylcholine. (2+1+2)

4. Enumerate four advantages and six disadvantages ofhalothane as a general

anaesthetic.(2+3)

5. Classify antiplatelet drugs. Explain six uses of them.

6. Discuss the management of organophospherous poisoning.

Brief notes (}0 X 3 = 30)

7. Compare and contrast low molecular weight heparin with standard heparin.

8. Discuss any three uses of morphine.

9. Write briefly on chelating agents.

10. Explain the rational of why tamsulosin is preferred in the treatment of BPH.

11. Classify drugs used in essential hypertension.

12. Write the MOA of valproic acid.

13. Briefly discuss on atropine substitutes.

14. Write the adverse effects of ACE inhibitors

15. Enumerate six uses of beta-blockers.

16. Classify oral anticoagulants. Mention two of its uses.

(2+3)

(5)

MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE, KOTHAMANGALAM

II BDS (Supplementary batch) - 2nd Internal examination March 2023

General & Dental pharmacology and therapeutics

Time: 3 hrs Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly.
Answer all parts of single question together Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Max marks :70

ESSAYS (2 X 10 = 20)

1. Enumerate the various routes of drug administration. Discuss the merits &
demerits of subcutaneous route. Describe Transdermal patches with examples.
(3+2+2+3)

2. Classify Beta lactam antibiotics. Explain MOA, uses &ADR of Pencillin G.

SHORT NOTES (4 X 5 = 20)

3. Mention four corticosteroids. Describe their uses and adverse effects

(4+2+2+2)

(1+ 2+2)

4. Classify drugs used in leprosy. Discuss the treatment oflepromatous leprosy.

(3+2)

5. Write the MOA, ADR, & uses ofmetronidazole.

6. Insulin preparations.

(2+1+2)

BRIEF NOTES (IQ X 3 = 30)

7. Briefly discuss biotransformation.

8. Classify antifungal drugs

9. Explain the rational of combining sulphamethoxazole with trimethoprim.

10. Classify oral antidiabetic drugs

11. Enumerate the general toxicities of anticancer drugs.
12. Enumerate 6 drugs used for treating worm infestations.
13. Outline the management of diabet c ketoacidosis

14. Compare and contrast Tetracycline and doxycycline.

15. Write briefly on superinfection

16. Enumerate the methods to prolong drug action.

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MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE, KOTHAMANGALAM
II BDS Regular batch- Model examination Dec 2022

Time: 3 hrs
PHARMACOLOGY
Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly Max marks :70
Answer all parts of single question together
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essays: (2 X 10 = 20)
1) Classify local anaesthetics. Discuss the MOA oflignocaine & the different
techniques of local anaesthesia with clinical significance.(4+2+4)

2) Classify antihypertensive drugs. Discuss the MOA, adverse effects & uses of ACE
inhibitors. (4+2+2+2)

Short Notes: (4x5=20)

3) Discuss the mechanism of action, uses & adv rse effects ofmetronidazole.
(2+1+2)

4) Explain the advantages & disadvantages of sublingual route.Mention two examples

(4+1)

5) Name four corticosteroids. Describe their uses and adverse effects

. 6) Preparations of insulin.
Answer Briefly: (10 x 3 = 30)
7) Compare & contrast heparin and warfarin.

8) Briefly discuss on disclosing agents used in dentistry

9) Pharmacothera'py of anaphylactic shock

10) Enumerate the general toxicities of anti-cancer drugs.

11) Briefly discuss the uses & adverse effects of morphine.

12) Name two parenteral iron preparations & mention their indications.

13) Classify antiplatelet drugs and mention their therapeutic uses.

14) Enumerate the complications of inhalational general anaesthesia.

15) Outline the management of organophosphorous poisoning

16) Explain the rational for the use of prazosin in benign prostatic hyperplasia.

(1+2+2)

(5)

MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE, KOTHAMANGALAM

II BOS (Supplementary batch) - 1st Internal examination october 2022

General & Dental pharmacology and the apeutics

Time: 3 hrs Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly.
Answer all parts of single question together Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Max marks :70

ESSAYS (2 X 10 = 20)
1. Classify antiemetics. Discuss the MOA, adverse effects and uses of ondansetron.
(5+2+1+2)

2. Classify drugs used for treating peptic ulcer. Discuss the mechanism of action,
adverse effects and uses of omeprazole. (4+3+1+2)

SHORT NOTES (4 X 5 = 20)

3. Discuss the role of Fluoride in dentistry. (5)
4. Classify drugs used in bronchial asthma. Briefly discuss on inhalational
steroids. (3+2)

5. Write the MOA, ADR, & uses of H2 receptor blockers

6. Write a detailed account on dentifrices

(1+2+2)

(5)

BRIEF NOTES (10 X 3 = 30)

7. Rationale for the use of ulcer protectives in the treatment of peptic ulcer
8. Write a note on mouth washes.
9. Briefly discuss on prokinetic agents.

10. Disclosing agents.

11. Compare & contrast first and second generation antihistamines.
12. Astringents.
13. Briefly discuss on antacids.

14. Write a brief note on leukotriene receptor antagonists.

15. Write the mechanism of action ofmucolytics.
16. Write the treatment of H. pylori infection

MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE, KOTHAMANGALAM

II BDS (Regular batch) - 3rd Internal examination October 2022

General & Dental pharmacology and therapeutics

Time: 3 hrs Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly.
Answer all parts of single question together Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Max marks :70

ESSAYS (2 X 10 = 20)
1. Classify anti-TB drugs. Discuss the MOA, adverse effects & uses ofRifampicin.
(4+2+2+2)

2. Classify drugs used for treating peptic ulcer. Discuss the mechanism of action,
adverse effects and uses of omeprazole. (4+3+1+2)
SHORT NOTES (4x 5 =20)

3. Discuss the role of Fluoride in dentistry.

4. Classify cephalosporins. Discuss on third generation cephalosporins.

5. Write the MOA, ADR, & uses of Aminoglycosides

6. Classify antiemetics. Briefly discuss on prokinetic agents.

(5)

(3+2)

(2+2+1)

(3+2)

BRIEF NOTES (10 X 3 = 30)

7. Rationale for the use of ulcer protectives in the treatment of peptic ulcer
8. Enumerate six uses of penicillin G

9. Write a note on mouth washes.

10. Classify antifungal drugs.

11. Compare & contrast tetracycline with doxycyline.
12. Write the mechanism of action & ADR of chloroquine.
13. Briefly discuss on antacids.

14. Enumerate the adverse effects ofchloramphenicol.

15. Artimisinin based combination therapy (ACT)
16. Write the treatment ofH. pylori infection

MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE, KOTHAMANGALAM

II BDS (Regular batch)- 2nd Internal examination August 2022 General & Dental
pharmacology and therapeutics

Time: 3 hrs Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly.
Answer all parts of single question together Draw diagrams wherever necessary
ESSAYS (2xl0=20)
1. Classify NSAIDs. Discuss the MOA, adverse effects & uses of Aspirin.

Max marks :70

(4+2+2+2)
2. Name five groups of antihypertensive drugs with two examples each. Discuss the
adverse effects and uses of captopril. (5+3+2)

SHORT NOTES (4x5=20)

3. Discuss the mechanism of action,uses and adverse effects ofLignocaine.

4. Classify Diuretics. Mention the uses & adverse effects of Loop diuretics.

5. Write the MOA, ADR, & uses of Digoxin

(2+2+1)

{2+1+2)

(2+1+2)

6. Classify drugs used in bronchial asthma. Briefly discuss on inhalational

steroids. (2+3)

BRIEF NOTES (10 X 3=30)

7. Rationale for the use of ethyl alcohol in methanol poisoning
8. Mention three groups of antianginal drugs with examples

9. Two uses and two adverse effects of nifedipine.

10. Mention two atypical antipsychotics with their advantages.

11�: Compare & contrast first and second generation antihistamines.
12. Write the mechanism of action ofmucolytics.
13. Briefly discuss on SSRis

14. Enumerate the stimulant and depressant actions of morphine on CNS.

15. Mention three uses ofbenzodiazepines.
16. Write the MOA of Valproic acid

MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE, KOTHAMANGALAM

II DDS (Supplementary batcb)-
2nd Internal ex.amination Feb 2022

General & Dental pharmacology and therapeutics

Time: 3 hrs

Answer all questions

Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Max marks: 70

Essays: - (2 X 10 = 20)
1) Classify drugs used in bronchial asthma. Discuss the adverse effects & role of
inhalational corticosteroids in the treatment of bronchial asthma. Outline the
management of status asthmaticus.
(4+2+2+2)
2) Mention 4 groups of antihypertensive drugs with suitable examples. Discuss the
mechanism of action, adverse effects & uses of captopri(. (2+2+3+3)

Short Note (4 X 5=20)

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3) Discuss the role of fluorides in dentistry.
\ 4) Classify drugs used in the treatment of peptic ulcer. Explain the
mechanism of action, & uses of omeprozole. (3+1+1)

5) Enumerate four groups of drugs used in angina pectoris with their mechanism of
action.

6) Mouth washes.

Answer Briefly: (10 x3=30)

7) .Treatment of H.Pylori infection.
8) Disclosing agents in dentistry

9) Leukotriene receptor antagonists

10) Explain the mechanism of action and uses of Amlodipine.

11) Classify antihistamines.Write the advantages of cetirizine over promethazine.

12) Write briefly on prokinetic agents.

13) Name 2 mucolytic agents. Write their mechanism of action.

14) Explain briefly on the various components of dentifrices.

15) Adverse effects and uses of Digitalis.

16) Antacids.

MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE ,KOTHAMANGALM

II BDS (Supplementary) 1st Internal assessment exam Nov 2021

Pharmacology

Time : 3 hours Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Answer all questions

ESSAYS (2 X 10)

Max Marks: 70

1. Classify cholinomimetic agents. Discuss the mechanism of action, adverse effects

& uses ofanticholinestrases. (5+2+1+2) .
2. Enumerate the various routes of drug administration with suitable examples.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of sublingual route (4+3+3)

SHORT NOTES (4x 5)

3. Classify antiepileptic drugs and write the mechanism of action ofphenytoin.
(3+2)
4. Define bioavalability. Discuss the factors affecting bioavailability (1+4)
5. Classify peripherally acting skeletal muscle relaxants with examples and mention
four uses of them. (3+2)
6. Discuss the pharmacological !lctions of morphine.

BRIEF NOTES (10 X 3)

7. Enumerate four types of drug antagonism with suitable examples.

8. Therapeutic uses of beta blockers.
9. Compare and contrast aspirin and paracetamol.
_10. Rationale of using oximes in organophosporus poisoning.
11. Pharmacogenetics.
12. Mention four atropine substitutes and explain their therapeutic uses.
13. Name two atypical antipsychotics and write two advantages ofthem over
conventional antipsychotics.
14. Reactions ofbiotransformation.
15. Classify sympathomimetic agents based on their therapeutic.uses.
16. Mechanism of action of local anaesthetics.

Second Year BDS Model Exam.inations - Oct. 2021

GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS

Time: 3 hrs

Essay�

Draw diagrBm wherever necessary

(2xl 0-20).

Max 1i1arks: 70

I. Classify local anaesthetics with sui.table examples. 'Explain the mechanism of

action, advei�se effects and two techniques of local anaesthesia with an indication
for each. (4+2+2+2)

2. Enumerate eight classes of antimicrobial agents based on mechanism of action

with suitable examples. Discuss in detail chemopr phylaxis with exainples � {4+6)

Short notes (4x5=20)

3. Define the term "biotransformation"�.Explain the two ph ses involved i11

biotransfo mation with ' : �, suitl;lble examples. '(1 +4)

4. Enumerate fol!r synthetic glucoco.1ticoids. Explain the adverse effects of

gluccicorticqids_and give reason why they should not be stopped abr ptl)
after .prolonged use. (2+2+1).

5. . Cli,is.sify a1:itihistamit1es. Mention two differences between tl e first

gener ti011� and s. cond. generatiori. antil;ista n{i1es and list foi.1t uses�of
a:11tihistamines. . . (2+ 1+.2)
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6. Classify peripherally acting skeletal muscle relaxants with examples and mention
4 uses of theni.

'(3+2)

)Jrief notes (10xf=30)

7. Mention two oral and two parenteral preparations of iron; List the adverse
effects of.oral iron therapy..
� 8. D_raw a neat diagram/flow chart.of re.nin an.giotensin ldosterone system and
1nark four grot;ps of
drugs interfering with tliis system.� � � �� � � ���
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9�:'Nrunetwo loi1g-:-actmg and lro,t acth;g b nzodiazepines. Mention two uses
nf diazepam.
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.IO. Mention four atropine substitutes,.. Explain the therapeutic use with phan
acoiogic_a:l basi.s and route ofadiniriistratio11fo.r any one of hem.' . .
. . ..
H. Compare and contrast: morphine and pethidine.

12. Explain the toxi ities of anticancer drugs,

i3�. Explain four therapeutic uses of beta adrenergfo antagonists

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14. Briefly describe the measures to be taken after an ccident l needle prick
injury while suturing the. gum socket of an AIDs patient after tooth extraction.
-15. Preparations of iqsulin.

16. Role.of fluorides:in dental practfoe

MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE, KOTHAMANGALAM

11 BDS (regular batch) - 3nd Internal examination Aug 2021 General & Dental
pharmacology and therapeutics

Time: 3 hrs Ansvver all questions

Draw diagran:zs wherever necessary

Max marks :70

Essays (2x10=20)

I. Enumerate first line antitubercular drugs. Explain the mechanism of action and
characteristic adverse effects of any two. � (2+4+4) �

2. Classify antifungal drugs. Discuss the MOA, adverse effects and uses of
Fluconazole.
(4+2+1+3)
Short notes (4 x 5 = 20)
3. Discuss the general toxicities of anticancer drugs. (5)

4. Enumerate six classes of antirnicrobial agents based on mechanism of action with

suitable examples. Discuss briefly chemoprophylaxis with examples. (3+2)

s: Classify antiplatelet drugs. Explain six uses of them.

� 6. Discuss the management of diabetic ketoacidosis.

(2+3)

(5)

Brief notes (10 X 3 = 30)

7. Compare and contrast low molecular weight heparin with Standard heparin.

8. Enlist 4 synthetic glucocorticoids. Explain 3 methods to minimise HPA axis

suppression

9. Write briefly on chelating agents.

10. Explain the rational of combining sulphamethoxazole with trimethoprim. Mention

two uses for the same.
11: List the drugs used in the management of leprosy and inention their adverse
effects.
12. Mention three groups of semisynthetic penicillines with an example for each
group. Enuinerate two uses of serriisynthetic penicillines.. .

13. Insuline analogs.

14. Explain superinfection. Give two examples.

15. Enumerate four tetracyclines. List four adverse effebts of tetracycline.

16. Classify oral anticoagulants. Mention two o:fits u es.

MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGLG, KOTHAMANGALAM

JI BDS (Regular batch)_:_ 2"" Internal cxa1ninatiou June 2021
General & Dental pharmacology and therapeu ics

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Answer nil questions. . . Draw diagrams wherever necessary-

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Max marks.:70

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,:�',_�:�. l:',:: ify NSAl� s. DisGUS th �.M� �A;�adv rs ffects & :us:es of
Aspirin. (4+2 -2+2).': '. :�.. ,: :.

� ..�. .� 2; Cl ssify drugs used in peptic 'itleer. Explain the me haiiism of actio
,:adverse � ffects
�: _� .:_anduses�ofOmeprazole. � .........� : ... �: .. : . . . .�.: .�
(4+2+2+2)

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..SHORT NOTES (4x5=20)

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. �;-.3. Classify Anti' gin.a1 drugs. Dis us�sth �MO �& adverse effects_ofNitrat s.
(2+l+2)

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.. .-� 4. Write the MOA, adverse effects & use�s'qf_ e,t9.clopramide.

. (2+1+2}

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,>.-._�!�, .Classify drugs used in bronchial:asthma.Write prlefly oriinhalat'ional

teroids;(3+2.) .�.: �,��. ,
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�. � �7_�compare� arid co trast Hr Iockers with�H2 blockers.

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�8. Name two atypical an.tijJsychotics:WJiat�are thefr advantages.

9. Adverse.effects of ACE inhibitors.

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:'I0.: Write briefly on Tramadol. � . �..

1. L M chanism-.of c1cticin of valpro�ic acid�.

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..�_. 't � ... i2 Advantages�&.disadvaf t i s'of rtitrou'bxide a.s gen.eral. a sthe

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4. Nai e four drugs used l.Il Jllc0 1oi- dep ridance.
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� 15. Preanaesthetic medication.

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16. Management.of Digitalis toxicity..

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MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE, KOTHAMANGALAM

II BDS (Regular batch)-New Scheme (2015 admission onwards)

General & Dental pharmacology and therapeutics

Time: 3 hrs Answer all questions

Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Max marks :70

ESSAYS (2x10=20)

1. Classify skeletal muscle relaxants. Discuss the MOA, adverse effects & uses of
s1;1ccinyl choline.

2. Classify sympathomimetics based on therapeutic use. Discuss the adverse effects,

uses & contra indications of adrenaline

SHORT NOTES (4x5 =20)

3: What is bioavilability? Discuss the factors affecting bioavailability.

4. Classify antimuscarinic agents. Write briefly on atropine substitutes.

5. Explain the various types of drug antagonism with suitable examples

6. Classify f3 adrenergic blockers. Discuss the adverse effects & uses of f3
blockers.
BRIEF NOTES (10 X 3 = 30)
7. Advantages and disadvantages of sublingual route.

8. Mention thre_e differences between neostigmine and physostigmine.

9; Blood brain barrier

10. Treatment of organophospherous poisoning.

11. Indications for therapeutic drug monitoring.

12. Write the MOA of.dopamine.

13. Pharmacogenetics

14. Nasal decongestants.

15. First pass effect

16. Labetalol

MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE, KOTHAMANGALAM

II BDS (supplementary)- 1st internal Examination Jun 2017 PHARMACOLOGY
Time: 3 hrs Draw diagrams wherever necessary Max marks :100

LONG ESSAYS

1) Classify antimicrobial agents based on their mechanism of action. Discuss in

detail about the resistance seen in bacteria to antimicrobial agents. What is
superinfection.
(6+6+2 =14)
2) Classify drugs used in the treatment of bronchial asthma. Discuss the mechanism
of action & adverse effects of the various groups of these drugs. (6+8 =14)

SHORT ESSAYS (4x8=32)

I
3) Enumerate four drugs used in the treatment of peptic ulcer. Discuss the
mechanism of
action,uses & adverse effects of H2 receptor antagonists. (2+1+2+3)

4) Describe the mechanism of action,uses & adverse effects of cotrimazole. (3+2+3)

5). Name the drugs used in the treatment of leprosy. How is lepromatous leprosy
treated? What is lepra reaction? (2+4+2)

6) Classify antiemetics. Explain the mechanism of action and uses ofmetoclopramide

(4+2+2)

SHORT NOTES (10 X 4=40)

7) Proton pump inhibitors.

8) Antacids
9) Antitussives.

10) Azoles.

11) Surgical chemoprophylaxis.

�
12) Enumerate five drugs used in the treatment of malarial fever.

13) Adverse effects of tetracyclines.

14) Therapeutic uses of Penicilline G

15) Dapsone.

16) Compare & contrast antitussives and mucolytics.

MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE, KOTHAMANGALAM

II BOS (Regular batch)- 2nd Internal examination March 2016

PHARMACOLOGY

Time: 3 hrs

LONG E SAYS

Draw diagrams wherever necessary Max marks :100

1) Classify NSAIDs with suitable examples. Discuss the MOA, adverse effects & uses
of Aspirin: Explain why Aspirin should be stopped 1 week prior to elective surgery.
� . (4+2+3+3+2 =14)

2) Classify sedatives & Hypnotics. Explain the MOA, adverse effects & uses of
benzodiazepines.-Write briefly-on FILlmazenil. � (4+2+2+2+4 =14)

SHORT ESSAYS

3) Classify antihypertensive drugs. Discuss the MOA, adverse effects & uses of ACE
inhibitors.
. ;(4+1+2+1 8),
�,� :.�
. 4) Write in <:!etaii the :MQ .;'8 yerse eff cts & uses ofbigltalis. How:is
6igit lis toxicity tr ated ? ',
. . . (2+2+2+2 =8)

5) Classify Diuretics. Describe the mechanism of action.therapeutic uses & adverse

effects of Loop diuretics. (3+2+1+2 8)

6) Discuss the MOA, adverse effe.cts & uses of lignocaine. Explain the qifferent
techriiques:,of local anaesthesi.a w�tt,�qn clin)cal use fo'r each.� � �
(2+2+1+3= 8) ..

4 �� _.
SHORT NOTES (10 x 4)

7) Therapeutic uses of beta blockers.

8) Selective serotonine reuptake inhibitors

9) Nasal decongestants.

10) Sodium valproate

11) Organic Nitrates

12) Methyl alcohol poisoning.

13) Compare and contrast morphine & pethidine.

14) Treatment of hypovoleamic shock.

15) Lithium.

16) Potassium channel openers.

... � I

MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE, KOTHAMANGALAM

II BOS (Supplementary batch) - 3rd internal assessment examination Dec 2015

Time: 3 hrs

LONG ESSAYS

PHARMACOLOGY

Draw diagrams wherever necessary Max marks :100

1) Classify cholinomimetic agents. Write the MOA, adverse effects & uses of
reversible anticholinestrases. Discuss the treatment of OP poisoning. "(5+2+2+5
14)
t.,+ :i.-r ).
2) Classify sympathomimetics based on ;;;J;;. Discuss the adverse effects & uses &
contra indications of adrenaline. (5+3+4+2 =14)

SHORT ESSAYS

3) Discuss the "MOA, adverse effects & uses of cotrimoxazole (3+2+3 = 8).

4) Classify Anti-TB drugs. Briefly discuss the short course chemotherapy of TB.
What is multi- resistant tuberculosis. (2+4+2 = 8)
5) Discuss in detail the role of fluoride in dentistry.

( 6)- . - ..

6) Classify antimuscarinic drugs. Briefly discuss on atropine substitutes & its

uses.
(4+4 = 8)

SHORT NOTES (10 x 4)

7) Compare & contrast Phys9stigmine and Neostigmine.

. \ : B)�Dapsc;>ne
.9) Azol.es
.�. fc,s\.'- ". .
1 0hProphylaxis of HIV infection.

11) Acyclovir

12) Chemoprophylaxis of malaria.

13) Mummifying agents

14) Antimicrobial resistance

15) Chemoprophylaxis

16) Azithromycin

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MAR BASELIOS DENTAL COLLEGE, KOTHAMANGALAM
II BOS- 1st internal assessment examination Dec 2015

PHARMACOLOGY

Time: 3 hrs Draw diagrams wherever necessary Max marks :100

LONG ESSAYS

1) Classify cholinomimetic agents. Write the_MOA, adverse effects & uses of

reversible anticholinestrases. Discuss the treatment of OP �poisoning. (5+2+2+5
=14)

2) Write an essay on mechanism of drug action. Discuss the 1ransducer mechanism in

metabotropic receptors. (8+6 =14)

SHORT.ESSAYS
3).What is�Bioavilability? Discuss factors affecting bioavailabi!ity & drug
absorption
(2+6 = 8)

4) Classify antimuscarinic drugs. Briefly discuss on atropine substitutes & its

uses.
(4+4 = 8)

5) Difine adverse drug reactions. Discuss the various adverse dr�g .reactions with
suitable examp_les. � � � ��� (2+6 = 8) � �

6) What is Biotransformation? Describe the pathways of drug metabolism. (2+6 = 8)

SHORT NOTES (10 X 4)

7) Compare & contrast Phy_sostigmine and Neostigmine.

"8) Qrug antagonism .�

9) First order kinetics

10) Plasma protein binding of drugs & its clinical significance.

11) Placental barrier

12) Advantages & disadvantages of oral route of drug administrati.on

13) Prodrug

14) Plasma half life

15) First pass metabolism

16) Drug interactions

MAR BASELlOS DENTAL COLLEGE

II BDS - M<::.JDLL EXATv'fftsfA"ff -:S-
Jf I t Un11.J -9--XE.VtA.. I S-
P It -\R..\L-\COLOGY

Time: 3 hrs Maxmar :100

Draw diagrams wherever necessary

L01'"G ESSAYS

1) Classify Penicillins. Write the mechanism of action, adverse effects & uses of
Benzyl Penicillin. Add a note on beta lactamase inhibitors (4+6+3= 14)

2)-.Cl s�y_oral hypogcyc mic-agents.-DiscllSs the-mechanism of action, adverse

effects &
uses of sulfonylure&S.: Why th y are not used in type I DM?(4+8+2=14) '
. �-.'

, .' ....
. ,

.....�

3) Name 4 drugs used in anaerobic in{c"Ciicms. Discuss the mechanism of action,

adverse
effects & uses of nitroimi o-les�. � � � (2+2+2+2= 8)

4) Classify antimicrobial agents according to their mechanism of action. Discuss

brief}y on antimicrobial resist ce. , (4 + 4=8) .
0 }$C s,the:g;/le;;;]t Ji l e';,r t iticdrug &.eKp!\Ull tli, W, ; s;;o. ;iora e..
' �"t1'���'--�� �' �,,, ,;- ,/'a��,;,";.�,:' r � (5+3'--i())'
'��

I �
6) Classify anti TB drugs. Discuss the s!1,ort chemotherapy of tuberculosis.
(4+4=8)

SHORT NOTES � �,_ ( _o ); _4 0)

', .

� � '7)\ dv -c-fTcc �qIrt{ p t :roids_�� � ��

. �..

... ;

. ..�.

:� )-hiruiin� es�. ��_, �. ::\-:' .;_ --: _::.:,:. - �-. -- .

- ) Mummifying agents.� � - .

�..: . .: :� ,� .
.�........ �.. - -. ......�...

: 10) tibioti prophylaxis ,.��

ll) Antibistaroines
12) Chelating agents i3) Albendazole
14) Azoles
15) Disclosing agents-
-� 16) Doxycycline

Mar Baselios Dental College, Kothamangalam

2nd Year BDS Supplementary Model Examination - January 2015

GENERAL & DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS

Answer all Questions.

(Draw diagrams wherever necessary)
Time: 3 hours Max.marks:100

Essays [2x14=28]
1. Classify local anaesthetics. Write mechanism of action,. clinical uses and
adverse effects of ./ Lignocaine [5+3+3+3]
2. Classify antihypertensivy-Discuss the mechanism of action, uses, and adverse
effects o:f ACE inhibitors. [5+2+3+4]

Short -tssays� [4x8=32]

3. Classify glucocorticoids. Write the uses and adverse effects of glucocorticoids.
[2+3+3]
4. Name 4 drugs used in bronchial asthma. Write briefly on inhalational steroids.
[2+6]./
5. Describe the mechru:tlsin of action, uses and adverse effects of sodium
valproate. [4+2+2]
6. Enumerate the various routes of drug administrations. What are the merits and
demerits of ...,, intravenous route? [4+2+2]

O . ShortNotes ..
7. Competitive neuro uscular blocker .
� 8. Styptics. ��
. 9. Astringents .
10. Penicillin G ---:
11. Statins
12. Nasal-decongestants.
13. Pre-anesthetic medication.
'
14. COX-.2 Inhibitors.
15. Antibiotic prophylaxis
16. Anticaries agents

_{10x4 0

, ..

Mar Baselios Dental College, Kothamangalam

2nd Yr BOS- 1st Internal Assessment Examination -December 2014 PHARMACOLOGY
Answer all Questions. Draw diagrams wherever necessary. Time: 3 hours

Essays

Max.marks:100

1. Define Bioavailability. Discuss in detail the factors affecting bioavailability

and drug absorption. Describe the clinical importance of plasma protein binding
[2+8+4=14]
2. Classify anticholinergic drugs. Discuss the uses and adverse effects of atropine
and its substitutes. How is belladonna poisoning treated 7 [4+4+4+2=14]
Short essays
3. Enumerate the various routes of drug administrations. What are the merits and
demerits of oral route? [2+3+3=8]

1- Classify Beta-Blockers. Explain the mechanism of action, therapeutic uses and

adverse effects of Propranol. [2+2+2+2=8]

5. Discuss the various kinetics of drug elimination. [4+4=8]

6. Cl ssify sympathomimetic drugs on the basis of therapeutic uses, What are the
uses and adverse effects of Adrenaline? How will you treat anaphylactic shock?
. [3+3+2=8]

Short Notes [10x4=40)

. . . . .. � _: . . �.. . �. ; -�
7. Mecpanism ofadion, uses and adverse effects of Oopamine.

. 8..Na$al decdngestants. �..

9., -Ent rohepatic circulation.
lo. Plasma half life. . .
li. First pass metabolism.
12..Uses and adverse effects of a-blockers.

..,

13�. Explain various types of drug antagonism with suit,able examples;

14. Discuss Pilocarlne.
� 15. G-Protein coupled receptors.
�16. Idiosyncrasy.

Mar Baselios Dental College, Kothamangalam

2nd Yr BDS (supplimentery batch)- 3rd Internal Assessment Examination -December
2014

PHARMACOLOGY

Answer all Questions. Draw diagrams wherever necessary. Time: 3 hours

Essays

Max.marks:100

1. Classify anticoagulants. Explain the mechanism of action, therapeutic uses and

adverse effects of oral anticoagulants. Discuss briefly on low molecular weight
heparin (LMWH).
[4+2+2+2+4=14)
2. Classify Penicillin. Discuss the mechanism of action, uses and adverse effects
of pencillin-G.
[4+2+4+4=14)

Short Essays

3. Name 4 H.Pylori drugs. Describe the mechanism of action, uses and adverse
effects of PPls.
' [2+2+2+2=8J
4. Classify antifungal agents. Discuss the mechanism of action, uses and_ adverse
effects of azoles.
[2+2+2+2=8]
5. Describe the general toxicities of anticancer drugs. Write briefly on
methotrexate.
[5+3=8]
6. Name 4 quinolones. Discuss the mechanism of action, therapeutic uses and adverse
effects of any one of the them. [2+2+2+2=8]

Short Notes

. 7: Importance of fJuoride in dentistry

. 8.. Prokinetic agents � . .
.�g; C emoprophylaxis
� 10. Disclosing agents
11. Third generation cephalosproins
12. Chloroquine
13. Briefly discuss DOTS regimen
14. Tre.atme.nt of lepro.matous leprosy
15. Metronldazole
�-16.Parenteral iron therapy

Mar Base/ios Dental College, Kothamangalam

II Sessional Examination Pharmacology

Date: 14th March, 2013

Max marks: 100

Time: 3 hrs

Long Essays: (2x14=28)

1. Classify NSAIDs. Describe the MOA, Uses and ADR of Aspirin. Add a note on
selective cox2 inhibitors. (5+6+3=14)
2. Classify Local anesthetics. Write the MOA, ADR and clinical uses of Ugnocaine.
Explain why Lignocaine is combined with Adrenaline. ( 5+ 6+ 3=14)
n Short Essays: (4x8=32)
3. Classify oral ant diabetic drugs. Write a note on Biguanides.

4. Enumerate intravenous general anesthetics. Add a note on ketamine.

5. Uses and ADR of corticosteroids.

6. Enlist ACE inhibitors. Briefly explain the MOA, uses and ADR of ACE Inhibitors.

Short notes: (10x4=40)

7. Preparations of Insulin.

8. Nitrates as anti anginaI drug

9. ADR of digoxin
10. MOA and uses of succinylcholine.
0
11. sodium nitroprusside

12. preanesthetic medication

13. Explain why BZD is preferred to Barbiturates as Hypno- sedative.

14. amlodipine

15. paracetamol

16. Treatment for Diabetic keto acidosis.

Mar Baselios Dental College, Kothamangalam

I Sessional Examination

Long Essays:

Pharmacology

I
Max. Marks: 100

Time: 3 hrs

1. Define Bioavailability and Plasma half life. List three effects of Plasma
protein binding of drugs. Explain four types of Drug antagonism with one example
each. Write two methods to prolong duration of action of drug. ( 4+3+4+3= 14)
2. Classify antimuscarinic drugs. Discuss the therapeutic uses and ADR of Atropine.
( 6+5+3=14)

Short essays:

3. Anticholinesterases.

(4x8=32)

4. Enumerate different routes of drug administration. Write a note on iv route of

administration.

5. Classify Anticoagulants. Describe the Uses and ADR of Heparin.

6. Classify adrenergic drugs based on therapeutic uses. Discuss the uses of

Adrenaline.
Short notes:

7. Aspirin as Antiplatelet drug.

8. Enumerate local haemostatics. Mention their uses.

9. Microsomal enzyme induction:

u 10. Management of organophosphorous compound poisoning.

11. Teratogenecity.

12. Uses of Propranolol.

13. Enumerate LMWHs. Write its advantages.

14. Role of Dopamine in shock.

15. Prazosin.

16. Iron preparations and their ADR.

(10x4=40)

SECOND YEAR B.D.S DEGREE EXAMINATION

GENARAL AND DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS

First Sessional

Time: 3 hrs maximum : 100 marks

Long Essays: (2 X lQ = 20)

1. Enumerate various routes of drug administration. Discuss the advantage and

disadvantage of i.v route of administration.
2. Classify adrenergic drugs based on therapeutic uses. Discuss the action on CVS
and uses of
-, adrenaline.

Short essays: ( 10 X 5 = 50)

3. Bioavailability
4. Drug antagonism
5. Plasma half life
6. Methods of prolonging drug action
7. Discuss five factors modifying drug action
8. Classify anticholinergics
9. Prazosin
10. Uses of beta blockers
11. Omeprazole
12. Management of Anticholinesterase poisoning

Short answers: ( 10 X 3 = 30)

13. Teratogenecity
14. Therapeutic index
15. Prodrug
16. Name three anticholinergics used as antispasmodics
17. Name three sources of drugs with example
18. Ondansetron
19. Rationale of using Dopamine in shock
20. Rationale of using Hyoscine in motion sickness
21. Rationale of combining Antacids
22. Rationale of Atropine in pre anaesthetic medication

Mar Baselios Dental College, Kothamangalam

II BDS Model Examination (Supplementary Batch)

Time: 3 Hrs Max Marks: 100

Pharmacology

Long Essays: (2 x 14=28)

1. Classify Penicillins. Write the MOA, antimicrobial spectrum, uses and ADR of
Benzyl Penicillin. Add a note on beta-lactamase inhibitors. (4+6+4=14)
2. Classify Local anaesthetics. Mention different techniques used in Local
anaesthesia. Add a note on Pre anaesthetic medication. (4+6+4=14)

Short Essays: (4x8=32)

3. Classify drugs used in the treatment of Peptic ulcer. Write the MOA, Uses and
ADR of Ranitidine.
4. Enumerate drugs used in BA. Role of corticosteroids in BA.
5. Write detailed classification about anti-diabetic drugs. Write a note on
Biguanides.
6. Classify anticoagulants. Write MOA, Uses and ADR of Heparin.

Short notes: (10x4=40)

7. Explain the drug of choice for shock, also write its mechanism.
8. Mention one adrenergic antagonist and its mechanism used for BHP. Write two alfa
reductase inhibitors used for BPH.
9. Write the Uses and ADR ofEnalapril.
10. Antimicrobial prophylaxis in dentistry.
11. Dentifrices
12. Briefly explain the ADR of Tetracyclines.
13. Selective cox2 inhibitors.
14. Phenytoin
15. Mention three sialogogues to treat xerostomia.
16. Therapeutic uses of sympathomimetic drugs with 4 examples each.