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JNTU B.Pharmacy IV HERBAL DRUG TECHNOLOGY Previous Question Paper (July - 2023 - R17)
Note: i) Question paper consists of Part A, Part B. ii) Part A is compulsory, which carries 25 marks. In Part A, answer all questions. iii) In Part B, Answer any one question from each unit. Each question carries 10 marks and may have a, b as sub questions.
Part A
Define biodynamic agriculture.
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Biodynamic agriculture is a holistic, ecological, and ethical approach to farming that treats the farm as a self-sustaining, living organism, emphasizing the use of fermented manure, compost preparations, and adherence to cosmic rhythms to enhance soil fertility and crop quality.
Name a reliable source for obtaining herbs used in herbal medicine
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A reliable source for obtaining herbs is a certified organic farm or a GMP-compliant herbal supplier that provides authenticated, high-quality botanical raw materials with proper documentation and traceability.
What is the role of nutraceuticals in managing diabetes?
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What is the significance of studying herb-drug interactions in the field of pharmacology?
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Name two herbal ingredients commonly used in shampoos.
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How can herbal toothpastes contribute to oral health?
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Define the term “Bioprospecting”.
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What is Schedule Z of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act?
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What does SOP stand for in the context of GMP?
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Why is maintaining health and hygiene important in GMP for Indian systems of medicine?
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Part B
Elaborate on the concept of good agricultural practices in the cultivation of medicinal plants, highlighting the key guidelines and their significance.
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Evaluate the role of biopesticides/bioinsecticides in pest management for medicinal plants, including their advantages and limitations? Compare and contrast organic farming with conventional farming methods in the cultivation of medicinal plants.
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Explain the health benefits of nutraceuticals in the management of cardiovascular diseases, and cancer and discuss the mechanisms by which nutraceuticals exert their effects in each of these conditions.
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Describe the specific health benefits, active components, and modes of action for the following: a) Alfaalfa, b) Chicory, c) Ginseng and d) Fenugreek.
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Discuss the principles of formulating herbal shampoos and explain how they differ from traditional chemical-based shampoos? Describe the functions of binders, diluents, and disintegrants in herbal formulations, providing examples of natural substances used for each.
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Explain the concept of phytosomes and compare their characteristics and advantages with conventional herbal formulations? Write a note on herbal excipients.
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Provide an overview of the regulatory framework for ASU drugs in India, including the roles of ASU DTAB and ASU DCC. Discuss the key provisions and requirements outlined in Schedule Z of the Drugs & Cosmetics Act for ASU drugs.
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Analyze the patenting aspects of Traditional Knowledge and Natural Products. Use case studies of Curcuma and Neem to illustrate the issues, challenges, and potential solutions.
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Discuss the key components of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) as outlined in Schedule T for Indian systems of medicine. Explain how each component contributes to ensuring the quality and safety of the products.
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Discuss the types of documentation required in GMP for Indian systems of medicine and the purpose they serve in ensuring traceability, quality control, and regulatory compliance.
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