Give one important use of each of the following:
(i) Bithional
(ii) Chloroamphenicol
(iii) Streptomycin
(iv) Paracetamol.
(i) Bithonal is added to soaps so as to impart antiseptic properties to soap.
(ii) Chloramphenicol is broad spectrum antibiotic used in curing typhoid meningitis etc.
(iii) Streptomycin is used for treatment of T.B. (Tuberculosis).
(iv) Paracetamol is antipyretic used in bringing down temperature of feveral body.
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.
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.
