FCPS Part 1 Paper 1 Basic Sciences — Pharmacology MCQs
Practice 195 Pharmacology past-paper MCQs for FCPS Part 1 Paper 1 Basic Sciences, each with a detailed explanation and reference. Try free samples below, then start a full quiz.
Pharmacology is a core part of the FCPS Part 1 Paper 1 Basic Sciences syllabus. HighYield's Pharmacology question bank collects 195MCQs modelled on real past papers, so you practise the exact style and difficulty you'll face on exam day. Every question comes with a worked explanation and a subject reference, so you learn why an answer is right — not just which option to pick.
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Sample Pharmacology Questions
Which of the following is the mechanism of action of penicillin?
- A.Inhibition of cell wall synthesis
- B.Inhibition of protein synthesis
- C.Disruption of DNA synthesis
- D.Inhibition of folic acid synthesis
Which drug is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)?
- A.Amitriptyline
- B.Sertraline
- C.Phenelzine
- D.Imipramine
Which of the following is a common side effect of ACE inhibitors?
- A.Hyperkalemia
- B.Hypoglycemia
- C.Tachycardia
- D.Weight gain
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