Give one important use of each of the following:
(i) Bithional
(ii) Chloroamphenicol
(iii) Streptomycin
(iv) Paracetamol.
What is the difference between local and general anaesthetics? Name one chemical used in each case.
Name the action of the following on the human body:
(a) Aspirin
(b) Penicillin
(c) Phenacetin
(d) Morphine
(e) Analgin
(f) Laminal
(g) Sarconal
(h) Streptomycin.
Describe the following with suitable examples of chemicals:
(i) Antipyretics
(ii) Antiseptics
(iii) Tranquilizers
(iv) Wide spectrum antibiotics
How are antiseptics distinguished from disinfectants? Give two examples of each of the substances.