Pharmacy Aptitude Test

1. What is the primary purpose of a proton pump inhibitor?

A) Reduce stomach acid
B) Increase blood pressure
C) Treat bacterial infections
D) Relieve pain

2. Which of the following is an example of a beta-lactam antibiotic?

A) Penicillin
B) Erythromycin
C) Ciprofloxacin
D) Tetracycline

3. Which is a common solvent used in pharmaceutical formulations?

A) Acetone
B) Ethanol
C) Hexane
D) Chloroform

4. What is the role of a chiral center in drug molecules?

A) Increase solubility
B) Affect drug's potency
C) Improve stability
D) Influence the drug's stereochemistry

5. Which of the following is an example of a prodrug?

A) Codeine
B) Aspirin
C) Methadone
D) Diazepam

1. What is the primary action of beta-blockers?

A) Lower blood pressure
B) Increase heart rate
C) Reduce inflammation
D) Dilate blood vessels

2. Which class of drugs is used to manage type 2 diabetes?

A) Antihypertensives
B) Antidiabetics
C) Antibiotics
D) Analgesics

3. What is the mechanism of action of ACE inhibitors?

A) Block angiotensin II receptors
B) Inhibit angiotensin-converting enzyme
C) Increase aldosterone secretion
D) Enhance sympathetic activity

4. Which drug class is used to treat depression?

A) Antidepressants
B) Antipsychotics
C) Antihistamines
D) Anticoagulants

5. What is the primary use of statins?

A) Lower blood cholesterol
B) Treat infections
C) Reduce pain
D) Manage diabetes

1. What is the main purpose of a tablet coating?

A) Improve taste
B) Enhance stability
C) Control release
D) Reduce side effects

2. What type of dosage form is used for sustained release?

A) Tablet
B) Injection
C) Syrup
D) Ointment

3. What is the primary component of a suspension?

A) Solvent
B) Active ingredient
C) Thickening agent
D) Preservative

4. What is the main advantage of a transdermal patch?

A) Easy to use
B) Avoids first-pass metabolism
C) Quick onset
D) Long shelf life

5. What is a primary function of excipients in drug formulations?

A) Enhance flavor
B) Aid in drug stability
C) Increase solubility
D) Control release

1. What is the primary source of alkaloids?

A) Plants
B) Animals
C) Minerals
D) Synthetic

2. Which plant is known for its antimalarial properties?

A) Ginger
B) Quinine
C) Aloe vera
D) Peppermint

3. What is the primary use of digitalis?

A) Treat heart conditions
B) Relieve pain
C) Control blood sugar
D) Treat infections

4. Which of the following is a natural resin used in medicine?

A) Opium
B) Latex
C) Ginseng
D) Aloe

5. What is the main active compound in turmeric?

A) Curcumin
B) Quinine
C) Ephedrine
D) Atropine

1. What is the function of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

A) Increase reaction speed
B) Provide energy
C) Stabilize reactions
D) Change pH

2. What is the role of DNA polymerase?

A) Synthesizes proteins
B) Replicates DNA
C) Transcribes RNA
D) Degrades RNA

3. What is the primary energy currency of the cell?

A) ATP
B) NADH
C) FADH2
D) GTP

4. What type of microorganism is used in the fermentation of bread?

A) Bacteria
B) Yeast
C) Virus
D) Algae

5. What is the main function of the ribosome?

A) Protein synthesis
B) DNA replication
C) Lipid synthesis
D) Carbohydrate metabolism

1. What is the primary purpose of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)?

A) Ensure product quality
B) Reduce production costs
C) Increase production speed
D) Enhance marketing

2. What does an NDA (New Drug Application) include?

A) Clinical trial data
B) Marketing strategies
C) Production costs
D) Packaging designs

3. Which regulatory body oversees drug approval in the United States?

A) FDA
B) EMA
C) WHO
D) MHRA

4. What is a stability study?

A) Testing the durability of a drug
B) Assessing the drug's effectiveness
C) Analyzing production costs
D) Evaluating drug interactions

5. What does the term 'validation' refer to in quality control?

A) Ensuring accuracy of processes
B) Reducing costs
C) Improving packaging
D) Enhancing marketing

1. Which career path involves working directly with patients to manage their medication?

A) Pharmacist
B) Hospital Pharmacist
C) Clinical Research Associate (CRA)
D) Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

2. Who is responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements in drug manufacturing?

A) Regulatory Affairs Specialist
B) Quality Control (QC) Analyst
C) Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist
D) Pharmacovigilance Officer

3. Which role involves overseeing the quality of pharmaceutical products through various stages of production?

A) Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist
B) Drug Inspector
C) Medical Science Liaison (MSL)
D) Toxicologist

4. Who works to develop new drugs and improve existing formulations?

A) Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist
B) Health Informatics Specialist
C) Biotech Research Scientist
D) Pharmacy Manager

5. Who is primarily involved in drug safety and monitoring adverse effects?

A) Pharmacovigilance Officer
B) Clinical Research Associate (CRA)
C) Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
D) Regulatory Affairs Specialist