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model example of a drug that typifies characteristics of that classification   prototype  
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study of drugs & their origin, nature, properties, & effects of living organisms   pharmacology  
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one of the most widely used reference source for drug administration   Physician's Desk Reference (PDR)  
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name able to be assigned after testing and approval by the FDA a drug manufacturer   trade  
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term that describes how substances such as food/other drugs may alter the effects of a drug   interactions  
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drugs that can be purchased without restriction   over-the-counter (OTC)  
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term that described conditions/diseases for which a drug is meant to be prescribed   indications  
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a drug company is assigned the ___ right to market a drug for a total of 17 years   exclusive  
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common/general name assigned to drug; initial lower case letter, never capitalized   generic name  
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used by pharmaceutical company to identify its product; copyrighted & used exclusively by that company; capitalized 1st letter & often shown on labels/references with the registered symbol after the name   trade name  
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exact molecular formula of the drug; usually very long & of little concern to a health care worker   chemical name  
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name of the drug as it appears in the official reference (USP/NF); generally same as generic name   official name  
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other companies may begin to combine the same chemicals to form that specific generic product for marketing; each company assigns own specific trade name to the product once   patent has expired  
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generally trade name products are   more expensive  
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state legislation encouraging physicians to let pharmacists substitute generic equivalents for brand name drugs on a prescription   drug substitution laws  
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physician may indicate "no substitutions" on a prescription, usually indicated by   Dispense As Written (DAW)  
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ingredients used to hold the preparation together   "fillers"  
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may affect how quickly a drug dissolves or takes effect   difference in fillers  
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many products are a combination of several   generic components  
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may be part of the trade name   a number  
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refers to an amount of one of the generic components & helps to differentiate it from an almost identical product   number in a trade name  
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many drug errors have occurred because the number in the trade name was misinterpreted for the   number of tablets  
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proficient health care workers should check the history & chart for __ __ and pick up any discrepancies with the doctor's prescription(s)   known allergies  
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consult a drug reference when unfamiliar with __ __ of a drug ordered for a patient with known drug allergies   generic components  
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prescription drug determined unsafe for OTC purchase due to possible side effects; includes birth control, antibiotics, cardiac drugs, hormones, etc.   legend drugs  
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legend drugs are indicated in the PDR by the symbol to the __ __ of the trade name   far right  
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drug controlled by prescription requirement because of danger of addiction/abuse   controlled substance  
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description of cellular changes that occur as result of a drug; very technical describing cellular/tissue changes generally more for pharmacist's use   actions  
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list of conditions/types of patients that warrant closer observation for specific side effects from a drug   cautions  
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list of conditions for which the drug should not be given   contraindications  
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list of possible unpleasant/dangerous 2ndary effects, other than desired effect(s); may be extensive possibly 50+ for one drug   side effects & adverse reactions  
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causes damage to 8th cranial nerve, resulting in impaired hearing/ringing in the ears; damage may be reversible/permanent   ototoxicity  
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causes damage to kidneys, resulting in impaired kidney function, decreased output, & renal failure   nephrotoxicity  
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increased reaction to sunlight, with danger of intense sunburn   photosensitivity  
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lists available forms & strengths of a drug   "How Supplied"  
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lists amount of drug considered safe for administration, the route, & frequency of administration   "Usual Dosage"  
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listed under interactions for many drugs; group of drugs used for treatment of depression; can cause serious blood pressure changes & even death when taken with many other drugs & some foods   MAO inhibitors  
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PDR is geared towards   the physician  
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a health care worker should find the most suitable reference, which should be able to be   interpreted quickly & easily  
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may be found in bookstores but may not contain adequate information for the health care worker   The Pill Book & Handbook of Nonprescription Drugs  
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two paperback volumes & six updates on new drugs per year; easy to read, practical guidelines for patient; no photos of drugs; not distributed freely   USP/DJ US Pharmacopoeia/Dispensing Information  
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distributed to practicing physicians; single paperback volume; easy to read; arranged by classifications; no photos of drugs; "Chemical Information" & "Drug Stability" not included   AHFS Drug Information (American Health-System Formulary Service)  
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use only websites that are   supervised & controlled  
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check the source, check date of articles, & be wary of info from forums/ testimonials: motivations are unknown & info not necessarily valid/may be hidden agendas   rules for the most reputable Websites  
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generic & trade name, classification(s), forms available, action, indications, side effects, routes of administration, dosage range & customary dosage, & special instructions for giving medications should be included on   drug cards  
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drug cards constitute an __ __ of becoming more knowledgeable about drugs, classifications, & other pharmaceutical terminology   ideal method  
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when seeking info about drugs online, Websites considered reliable, or a professional course of medical info are those sponsored by   government agencies or professional pharmacist groups  
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categorization of drugs that affect the body in a similar way   classification(s)  
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