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EE Chapter 23 Basics of Medicinal Chemistry Q&A (1 OF 41) Sample Questions

1. Pyridine is a mono heterocyclic compound that is very important in the activity of many different drugs. The molecular structure 1,4-dihydropyridine is found in:

A. Verapamil
B. Digoxin
C. Clonidine
D. Nifedipine
E. Diltiazem

Answer

Ans: D

Tips: Nifedipine is calcium channel blocker that has 1,4-dihydropyridine on its structure responsible for its mechanism of action

Strategic memorizing:
Medicinal chemistry chapter requires a bunch of memorization. Drugs under the same class are grouped according to the similar structure they share. So, you can make a list of the different drug classes and opposite of each, write down the lead structure responsible for their respective activity. It will be easier and more fun to memorize if the facts are tabulated.

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