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All volatile oils are
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antiseptic and antiviral
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spasmolytic and antiviral
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spasmolytic and carminative
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carminative and antibacterial
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A plant from the Lamiaceae family that contains wogonin and baicelain
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Melissa officinalis (lemon balm)
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Scultellaria baicanensis (skullcap)
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Matricaria chamomilla (chamomile)
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Lavandula angustifolia (lavender)
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What is the function of of flavanoids in leaves
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Where are flavanoids most concentrated in plants
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seeds
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stems
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flowers
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leaves
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a resin
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a gum
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gumresin
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oleogumresin
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Common constituents of ginkgo biloba
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flavonoid glycosides
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terpene lactones
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gingko flavones
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all the above
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A herb that is useful in cardiac insufficiency that contains flavanoids
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Crataegus monogyna (hawthorn)
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Silybum marianum (milk thistle)
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Scultellaria baicanensis (skullcap)
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Ginkgo biloba (ginkgo)
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What do Anthroquinones - anthronoles, oxanthones, dianthrones all have in common
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they are all cardioprotective
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they are all laxatives
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they all have an affinity for the nervous system
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they are all anti-tussive
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Napthodianthrones do not exert a laxative effect on the LI
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Amoracia rusticana (horseradish) is safe during pregnancy
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Allyl isothiocynate is the pungent principle of Amoracia rusticana
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The major constituent of Harpagophytum progumbens (devils claw) is an iridoid glycoside known as a Harpagoside
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[blank_start]What functional[blank_end] group gives aspirin its antiplatelet activity
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acetyl
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ketones
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hydroxyls
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phenols
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What does OPC stand for
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Coffee consumption should be
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Which of the following are not inulin
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cinnamomum verum (cinnamon)
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cyanara scolymus (globe artichoke)
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arctium lappa (burdock root)
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allium sativum (garlic)
Questão 17
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Tick as many as are applicable.
Chlorella has some evidence of being
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Spirulina has some evidence of being
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antiviral, hypocholesterolemic, antioxidant, hepatoprotective, anti-allergic, immune-modulatory
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antiviral, hypocholesterolemic, antioxidant, hepatoprotective
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immune-modulatory, antioxidant
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antiviral, hypocholesterolemic, antioxidant, hepatoprotective, anti-allergic, anti-cancer
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[blank_start]Saponins[blank_end] are haemolytic if injected
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Glycyrrhizin affects a glucocortico-mimetic action
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decreases conversion of cortisol to inactive metabolite cortisone
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raises blood pressure and promotes odema due to mineralcorticoid action
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avoid in individuals with high cortisol (suffer from stress and anxiety)
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all the above
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enhances anti-inflamatory action of cortisol
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stabilises eosonaphils and PAF cascade
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[blank_start]Tribulus terrestris[blank_end] is a herb used to avoid androgen sensitive tumours and contains steroidal saponins
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What is the interaction between tannins and alkaloids in a bottle called? [blank_start]Physical interaction[blank_end]
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The Asteraceae family is NOT a rich source of alkaloids
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What is the herb contraindicated in in lactation, pregnancy, jaundice in neonates, kidney disease and in babies with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency ? [blank_start]hydrastis canadensis[blank_end]
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Check all that apply. Corydalis ambigua pharmakokinetics
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rapid absorption alkaloids
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rapid onset but short lived actions
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alkaloids cross the BBB
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analagesic action of rhizome is up to 10% of that of opium
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isolated alkaloids are up to 40% potency of opium
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not addictive and does not have an affinity for opioid receptors although tolerance may develop
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sedative - antagonises amphetamine and caffeine
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The following herb/s a source of caffeine and can be used in asthma for their bronchodilating actions
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Check all that apply.
The pharmacodynamics of coumarins:
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Which volatile oil consists of cineole, pinene, , camphor, borneol, terpineol? [blank_start]Rosmarinus officinalis[blank_end]
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Dicoumarol is a [blank_start]anticoagulant[blank_end]
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anticoagulant
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diuretic
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hypotensive
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hypertensive
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P-glycoprotein (Pgp) is expressed in the [blank_start]small intestine[blank_end]
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small intestine
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large intestine
Questão 31
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Digoxin and hawthorn have actions that are similar and have additive effects when used together. What effect might this be? [blank_start]Cardiotonic[blank_end]
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Capsicum spp, Chilli and Cayenne are herbs contain
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oleosresin
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gumresins
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oleogumresins
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none of the above
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Bitters do NOT clear heat
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These constituents should be taken 2-3 hours away from mineral supplements and medications. [blank_start]Mucilages and tannins[blank_end]
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Mucilages and tannins
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mucilages
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tannins
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phenols
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The following herbs may cause [blank_start]hepatotoxicity[blank_end] Teucrium spp, Piper methysticum, , Larrea tridentate,
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L-tetrahydropalmatine is a major alkaloid in [blank_start]Corydalis ambigua[blank_end]
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Paullinia cupana (guarana) contains this stimulant: [blank_start]caffeine[blank_end]
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Herb/s known for their hepato-toxic effects
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Zingiber officinale is a [blank_start]oleoresin[blank_end]
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The reishi mushroom is also known as [blank_start]ganoderma[blank_end]
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A side effect of overdosing Glyccyrrhizin is [blank_start]hypertension[blank_end]