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6605JF/ Appendix C
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Antigens | Substance that is capable of causing the production of an antibody |
| Brand-name drug | Drug that is covered by a patent and is therefore only available from a single manufacturer |
| Chain pharmacy | Pharmacy that is a part of a large number of corporately owned pharmacies that use the same name and carry similarly branded OTC products |
| Drug Enforcement Administartion (DEA) | Federal agency that administers and enforces federal laws for controlled substances and illegal substances such as narcotics and other dangerous drugs. |
| Generic drug | Drug that is no longer covered by a patent and is therefore generally available from multiple manufacturers, usually resulting in a significant reduction in cost |
| Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) | Federal legislation enacted to establish guidelines for the protection of patients' private health information |
| Metabolism | Breakdown of medication in the body |
| National Drug Code (NDC) Number | Unique number assigned to each drug, strength , and packaging size for the purpose of identification |
| Over-the-Counter (OTC) drugs | Drugs that are available without a prescription |
| Stock rotation | Placing the products that will expire the soonest in the front of the shelf or bin and those with later expiration dates behind them |
| Technician | Individual skilled in the practical or mechanical aspects of a profession. |