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Pharm Abbreviations
Pharmacology Abbreviations
Question | Answer |
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a.c. | before meals |
ACE | antiotensin-converting enzyme |
ad lib | freely as desired |
APAP | acetaminophen (Tylenol) |
b.i.d. | two times a day |
c | with |
caps | capsule |
cc | cubic centimeter |
FDA | Food and Drug Administration |
gm | gram |
gt, gtt | drops |
h | hour |
h.s. | at bedtime |
Hx2 blocker | histamine H2-receptor antagonist |
HRT | hormone replacement therapy |
IM | intramuscular |
INH | isoniazid |
IV | intravenous |
MAOI | monoamine oxidase inhabitor/ antidepressant |
mg | milligram |
NPO | nothing by mouth |
NSAID | nonsteroidal anti-inflammartory drug |
oz. | ounce |
p.c. | after meals |
PCA | patient-controlled administration |
PDR | Physicians's Desk Reference |
p.o. | by mouth |
p.r.n. | when requested |
pt | patient |