Dr. MGR University Question Papers,Paper II — GENERAL AND DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS,SECOND B.D.S.,2011 to 2015 Question Papers,

Dr. MGR University Question Paper

2011 Question Paper

SECOND B.D.S. DEGREE EXAMINATION.
(Regulations for the candidates admitted from 2008–2009 onwards)
Paper II — GENERAL AND DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND
THERAPEUTICS
Q.P. Code : 544172
Time : Three hours Maximum : 70 marks
Answer ALL questions.
I. Essays: (2 x 15 = 30)
 1. Classify the drugs used for the treatment of Bronchial asthma. Discuss in
 detail about the mechanism of actions, adverse drug effects and interaction of
 Theophylline. Add a note of inhalational steroids.
 2. Write the Pharmacological basis of
 (a) Cholinesterase reactivators in Organophosphorus poisoning
 (b) Metclopramide in the treatment of vomiting
 (c) Lignacaine and adrenaline combination in dental practice.
II. Write short notes on : (6 x 5 = 30)
 1. Ketorolac
 2. Second generation antihistamines
 3. Sulfonyl ureas
 4. Microsomal enzyme induction
 5. Synthetic atropine substitutes
 6. Pre anaesthetic medication.
III. Short answers questions : (5 x 2 = 10)
 1. Prophylaxis of Migraine
 2. Therapeutic index
 3. Four examples for dentrifices
 4. Four examples for local haemostatics
 5. Post antibiotic effect.
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Dr. MGR University Question Paper

2011 Question Paper

SECOND B.D.S. DEGREE EXAMINATION
GENERAL DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
Q. P. Code : 544172
Time : Three hours Maximum: 100 Marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Essay Questions: (2 x 20 = 40)
1. Classify local anesthetics. Describe the mechanism of action, various routes of
administration (with suitable illustrations) and uses of Lignocaine. Write how the
action of Lignocaine can be prolonged. Add a note on the differences between
Lignocaine and Cocaine.
2. Enumerate the drugs used in peptic ulcer. Write the mechanism of action with
suitable diagram, uses, interactions and adverse effects of Proton pump inhibitors.
Add a list of drugs used in dental practice which can induce peptic ulcer and the
agents that protect gastric mucosa.
II. Write Short notes on : (10 x 6 = 60)
 Write the actions, uses and adverse effects of the following:
1. Co trimoxazole.
2. Atenolol.
3. Levocetrizine.
4. Furosemide.
5. Succinyl choline.
6. Domperidone.
7. Zidovudine.
8. Clopidogrel.
9. Ciprofloxacin.
 10. Chloroquine.
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2012 Question Paper

SECOND B.D.S. DEGREE EXAMINATION
PAPER II – GENERAL DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND
THERAPEUTICS
Q .P .Code: 544172
Time: Three hours Maximum: 70 Marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order
Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary
I. Elaborate on: (2X10=20)
1. Enumerate the drugs used in insomnia. Describe the mechanism of action,
uses adverse effects and Interactions of Benzodiazepines. Add a note on
drugs used in benzodiazepine poisoning.
2. Enumerate the drugs used in different types of shock. Write in detail the
reasons for using them and how the various drugs are used in Anaphylactic
and Cardiogenic shock.
II. Write notes on: (10×5=50)
1. Factors modifying drug action
2. Amlodipine
3. Phenytoin
4. Coagulants
5. Rifampicin
6. List of emergency drugs in dentistry
7. Antiseptics
8. Human insulins
9. Calcium preparations
10.Methotrexate
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Dr. MGR University Question Paper

2012 Question Paper

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM
PAPER II – GENERAL DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY
AND THERAPETUTICS
Q .P .Code: 544172
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 100 Marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order
I. Elaborate on: Pages Time Marks
 (Max.)(Max.)(Max.)
1. Define adverse drug reaction. Mention the various
adverse drug reactions with examples. Explain
the treatment of poisoning. 19 30 20
2. Classify NSAIDS. Discuss the mechanism of action,
uses, and adverse effects of acetyl salicylic acid.
Write brief note on the prevention of gastritis due to
aspirin like drugs. 19 30 20

II. Write Notes on:
1. Biotransformation. 3 10 5
2. Furosemide. 3 10 5
3. Protonpump inhibitors. 3 10 5
4. Methotrexate. 3 10 5
5. Xylocaine. 3 10 5
6. Fluconazole. 3 10 5
7. Antiemetics. 3 10 5
8. Ciprofloxacin. 3 10 5
9. Salbutamol. 3 10 5
10.Opioid antagonist. 3 10 5
11.Biological half life. 3 10 5
12.Treatment of status epilepticus. 3 10 5
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Dr. MGR University Question Paper

2013 Question Paper

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM
PAPER II – GENERAL DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY
AND THERAPETUTICS
Q .P .Code: 544172
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks
I. Elaborate on: (2x10=20)
1. Classify NSAIDS. Write the mechanism of action, uses and adverse
effects of Ibuprofen.
2. Discuss in detail about the various route of administration with suitable
examples.

II. Write Notes on: (10x5=50)

1. Dopamine
2. Omeprezole
3. List any 4 techniques used in local anaesthesia.
4. Cefuroxime
5. Antioxidant Vitamins
6. Ramipril
7. Ketamine
8. Furosemide
9. Codeine
10.Obtundents.
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2014 Question Paper

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM
PAPER II – GENERAL DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY
AND THERAPETUTICS
Q.P Code: 544172
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 marks
I. Elaborate on: (2X10=20)
1. Enumerate the Antidiabetic drugs. Write the pharmacological actions, uses
and adverse effects of Insulin.
2. Classify Local anesthetics, Write the mechanism of action, uses and
adverse effects of Lignocaine.
II. Write Notes on: (10X5=50)
1. Amoxycillin with clavulanic acid
2. Pre anesthetic medication
3. Thiazide diuretics
4. Mouth washes
5. Iatrogenic diseases
6. Metoclopromide
7. Oral anticoagulants
8. Metronidazole
9. Acute Paracetamol poisoning
10.List of emergency drugs used in dentistry
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 Dr. MGR University Question Paper

2014 Question Paper

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM
PAPER II – GENERAL DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY
AND THERAPETUTICS
Q.P Code: 544172
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 marks
I. Elaborate on: (2X10=20)
1. Classify general Anaesthetics. Discuss the various uses and adverse
reactions of ketamine.

2. Classify non steroidal Anti inflammatory drugs. Explain the therapeutic
uses and adverse reactions of Aspirin.
II. Write Notes on: (10X5=50)
1. Drug tolerance
2. Naloxone
3. Nifedepine
4. Spironolactone
5. Cotrimoxazole
6. Lignocaine
7. Desferrioxamine
8. Salbutamol
9. Astringents
10.Metoclopromide
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2015 Question Paper

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM
PAPER II – GENERAL DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY
AND THERAPETUTICS
Q.P Code: 544172
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 10 = 20)
1. Enumerate Aminoglycosides. Discuss their mechanism of action, adverse
effects and uses. Elaborate the reasons for failure of antimicrobial therapy.
2. Enumerate Corticosteroids. Discuss the actions and uses of
Glucocorticoids. Write briefly on the contraindications of steroids.
II. Write Notes on: (10 x 5 = 50)
1. Teratogenicity.
2. Lidocaine.
3. Selective COX - 2 Inhibitors.
4. Heparin.
5. Prokinetic drugs.
6. Diazepam.
7. Drug therapy of migraine.
8. Metronidazole.
9. General toxicity of anticancer drugs.
10. Third generation Cephalosporins.
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Dr. MGR University Question Paper

2015 Question Paper

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAMINATION
PAPER II – GENERAL DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
Q.P. Code: 544172
Time : Three Hours Maximum : 70 marks
Answer All Questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 10 = 20)
 1. Classify Local anesthetics. Write the various techniques by which L.A
 can be administered with therapeutic applications.
 2. Classify Cephalosporins. Write the antibacterial spectrum, mechanism of action,
 adverse effects and uses of Ceftriaxone.
II. Write notes on : (10 x 5 = 50)
 1. Therapeutic Index.
 2. Cardio selective beta blockers.
 3. Carbamazepine.
 4. Pre – anesthetic medication.
 5. Digoxin.
 6. Ranitidine.
 7. Dimercaprol.
 8. Anabolic steroids.
 9. Metronidazole.
10. Amoxycillin.
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