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Question 1

this is a tract that includes the mouth, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, anus, and its accompanying exocrine glands.

Answer 1

Gastrointestinal tract

Question 2

is secreted by the stomach to kill harmful organisms, aid digestion and active digestive enzymes

Answer 2

hydrochloric acid

Question 3

cause gastric reflux, gastritis, upset stomach, and heartburn

Answer 3

hyperacidity

Question 4

are weak alkaline compounds used ti neutralize hydrochloric acid in the stomach

Answer 4

antacids

Question 5

(neutralizes acid for indigestion relief) work by counteracting, or neutralizing, any excess stomach acid

Answer 5

antacids

Question 6

occurs due to excessive secretion of HCl in the stomach due to various reasons

Answer 6

gastric acid

Question 7

creates protective reflux barrier

Answer 7

Alginate

Question 8

what are the criteria of an ideal antacid preparation

Answer 8

> Antacid
Alginate
Combination products

Question 9

show the most rapid onset of action and provide faster relief symptoms, however may cause “acid rebound”

Answer 9

absorbable antacid

Question 10

less prone to cause a rebound effect: are more potent and effective on a semi liquid or liquid form than in a capsule or table

Answer 10

Non Absorbable Antacid

Question 11

their anionic group neutralizes H+ ions in gastric acid

Answer 11

non systemic antacid

Question 12

have cationic group that does not form insoluble compounds

Answer 12

systemic antacid

Question 13

its side effects are metabolic alkalosis edema due to sodium overload, hypernatrimia, hypertension due to increased sodium

Answer 13

sodium bicarbonate

Question 14

its side effects are constipation and osteomalacia

Answer 14

aluminum hydroxide

Question 15

used for short time to treat occasional constipation

Answer 15

magnesium hydroxide

Question 16

are chemical agents applied to the skin and mucous membranes for localized effects within skin or membrane

Answer 16

topical drugs

Question 17

it is any agent that isolates the exposed surface of the skin or other membranes from harmful stimuli

Answer 17

protectives

Question 18

used in reducing or preventing infection due to microorganism

Answer 18

local anti-infectives

Question 19

are protein precipitates with limited penetration power.

Answer 19

Astringents

Question 20

used as a protective, dusting powder, glidant and should not be applied to the skin when the epidermal barrier is missing

Answer 20

Talc

Question 21

is used as an astringent, topical protective, antiseptic and its side effect is itching when added too much

Answer 21

Zinc oxide

Question 22

is used as topical protective, used in lotions & ointments, as soothing agent and used in sunburns

Answer 22

Calamine

Question 23

used as an anti-septic for washing wounds, teeth and ears

Answer 23

Hydrogen Peroxide

Question 24

used as antiseptic, antioxidant and for cleaning wound and dermatitis

Answer 24

potassium permanganate

Question 25

is a stable chemical complex of polyvinylpyrrolidone and elemental iodine

Answer 25

povidone Iodine

Question 26

the substances used to produce effect on teeth and in dental cavity

Answer 26

dental products

Question 27

prevents tooth decay

Answer 27

anticaries agent

Question 28

materials used to clean the accessible surface of the teeth using preferable a toothbrush

Answer 28

dentrifices

Question 29

an agent that gives polishing effect on the clean teeth

Answer 29

polishing agents

Question 30

an agent used to reduce sensitivity of teeth to heat/cold

Answer 30

desensitizing agent

Question 31

used as an anticaries agent and prophylaxis of dental caries

Answer 31

sodium flouride

Question 32

is made of complex silicates of Al, K and Na. Is used as a polishing agent

Answer 32

pumice

Question 33

is used as a polishing agent, manufacture of dental products and is also used as a dentrifice

Answer 33

calcium carbonate

Question 34

is used as an astringent, mild antiseptic, desensitizing agent

Answer 34

zinc chloride