Introduction to Pharmacology Flashcards
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is the branch of medicine concerned with
the prevention of disease and treatment of suffering.
Therapeutics
, is the
application of drugs for the purpose of disease prevention
and the treatment of suffering.
Pharmacotherapy
hese involve natural plant extracts, herbs, vitamins, minerals, dietary
supplements, and many techniques considered by some to be
unconventional.
Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM)
therapies:
Examples of biologics include?
hormones, monoclonal antibodies.
What is the chemical name of paracetamol is?
N-acetyl-para-aminophenol.
The trade name is sometimes called?
the proprietary or product or brand
name.
Assigned using standard nomenclature established by the International Union of Pure and
Applied Chemistry (IUPAC).
Chemical Name:
the person must receive a written
order from a person with the legal authority to write such a
prescription.what is this Categories?
Prescription drugs:
the person must receive a written
order from a person with the legal authority to write such a
prescription.what is this Categories?
Prescription drugs:
drugs do not require a health care provider’s order.?
Over the counter drugs(OTC)
drugs include those given for symptoms of the common cold,
headaches, constipation, diarrhea, and upset stomach.
OTC
These drugs have a high potential for abuse and may cause physical or
psychological dependence.
Controlled drug
Highest in abuse potential and 1
heroin
Highes in abuse potential and II
Methadone,meperidine,fentanyl,methamphetamine
Moderate in abuse potential
Ketamine
Lower in abuse potential and IV
alprazolam, donazepam
Lowest in abuse potential and V?
Cough preparation
refers to any medication that is needed
immediately and is to be given only once.
STAT order
as soon as possible) should be available
for administration to the patient within 30 minutes of the
written order.
An ASAP order
is for a drug that is to be given only
once, and at a specific time,
The single order
is administered as
required by the patient’s condition.
A prn order
written in advance of a situation that
is to be carried out under specific circumstances.
Standing order
Includes drugs given orally and those administered through nasogastric or gastrostomy
tubes.
Enteral route:
are a newer
type of drug formulation that allows for quick dissolving
and absorption of medications
Orally disintegrating tablets (ODTs):
