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Chapter 33&34
Principles of Pharmacology and Pharmacology Math
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Angina Pectoris | Spasm like pain in the chest caused by myocardial anoxia |
| Bronchodilator | Drug that relaxes contractions of the smooth muscle of the bronchioles to improve lung ventilation |
| Cirrhosis | Chronic , degenerative disease of the liver that interferes with normal liver function |
| Colloidal | Pertaining to a glue like substance |
| Enteric-Coated | Term that refers to an oral medication that is coated to protect the drug against the stomach juices: this design is used to ensure that the medicine is absorbed in the small intestine |
| Formulary | List of drugs compiled by a health insurance company that identifies the drugs the insurance company will cover under benefits |
| Generic | Medication that is not protected by a trademark |
| Hypercholesterolemia | Elevated blood levels of cholesterol |
| Lumen | An open space, such as within a blood vessel or the intestine, or the inside of a needle or an examining instrument |
| Metabolic Alkalosis | Condition characterized by significant loss of acid in the body or an increased amount of bicarbonate; Can lead to coma and death if severe |
| Over-The-Counter (OTC) Drugs | Medications sold without a prescription |
| Spermicide | Chemical substance that kills sperm cells |
| Therapeutic Range | The blood concentration of a drug that produces a desired effect without toxicity |
| Tinnitus | A noise sensation of ringing heard in one or both ears |
| Schedule l | No accepted medical use, never prescribed for use, high potential for abuse, possession of these drugs is illegal |
| Schedule ll | Accepted for medical use but with severe restrictions, high potential for abuse, may cause psychological or physical dependence. |
| Schedule lll | Accepted for medical use, may cause moderate to low physical dependence or high psychological dependence, includes combination drugs that contain limited amounts of narcotics or stimulants. |
| Schedule lV | Accepted for medical use, low potential for abuse, may cause limited physical or psychological dependence compared with schedule lll drugs, includes minor tranquilizers and hypnotics. |
| Schedule V | Accepted for medical use, low potential for abuse, may cause limited physical or psychological dependence compared with schedule lV drugs, includes drug mixtures containing limited amounts of narcotics. |
| Action | How the drug provides therapeutic results in the body, or the use of the drug. |
| Indication | The conditions for which the drug is used. |
| Contraindications | |
| Precautions | |
| Adverse Reactions | |
| Dosage and Administration | |
| How Supplied | |
| Category A | |
| Category B | |
| Category C | |
| Category D | |
| Category X | |
| Manufacturers Index | |
| Brand and Generic Section | |
| Product Category Index | |
| Product Identification Section | |
| General and Diagnostic Product Information Area | |
| Diagnostic | |
| Palliative | |
| Prophylactic | |
| Replacement | |
| Therapeutic | |
| aa | |
| ac | |
| ad lib | |
| agit | |
| am | |
| amp | |
| AD | |
| AS | |
| ASA | |
| AU | |
| aq | |
| bid | |
| C | |
| /c | |
| cap | |
| CC | |
| cc | |
| cm | |
| c/o | |
| D/C | |
| Dx | |
| dil | |
| disp | |
| dr | |
| EENT | |
| ext | |
| F | |
| FDA | |
| FE | |
| fl | |
| fx | |
| gal | |
| gm, g | |
| gr | |
| gtt | |
| h | |
| hs | |
| HTN | |
| Hx | |
| INJ | |
| ID | |
| IM | |
| IV | |
| K | |
| kg | |
| KVO | |
| L | |
| lb | |
| LR | |
| mcg | |
| min | |
| med | |
| meq | |
| mg | |
| mL | |
| MLD | |
| mn | |
| MO | |
| MOM | |
| MS | |
| MTD | |
| NKA | |
| noct | |
| NPO | |
| NS | |
| N/V | |
| O2 | |
| OD | |
| 0D | |
| OS | |
| OU | |
| OTC | |
| oz | |
| pc | |
| PL | |
| pm | |
| PMI | |
| po | |
| pr | |
| prn | |
| Pt | |
| pt | |
| pulv | |
| qh | |
| q2h | |
| q3h | |
| q4h | |
| qid | |
| qm | |
| qn | |
| qod | |
| qs | |
| qt | |
| R | |
| Rx | |
| r/o | |
| S, Sig | |
| /s or w/o | |
| SC, SQ, subQ | |
| SOB | |
| /ss | |
| stat | |
| sub-q | |
| T, tbs | |
| t, tsp | |
| TAB | |
| tid | |
| tinct | |
| TO | |
| tus | |
| ung | |
| vag | |
| ves | |
| VO | |
| VS | |
| W/O | |
| WNL | |
| x | |
| Nexium | |
| Lipitor | |
| Plavix | |
| Advair Diskus | |
| OxyContin | |
| Abilify | |
| Singulair | |
| Seroquel | |
| Crestor | |
| Cymbalta | |
| Actos | |
| Lexapro | |
| Zyprexa | |
| Spriva | |
| Lantus | |
| Aricept | |
| Lyrica | |
| Diovan | |
| Concerta | |
| Levaquin | |
| Celebrex | |
| Diovan HCT | |
| Januvian | |
| Suboxone | |
| NovoLog | |
| Viagra | |
| Atripla | |
| Tricor | |
| Provigil | |
| Zetia | |
| Geodon Oral | |
| Vytorin | |
| Ambien CR | |
| Lunesta | |
| Lidoderm | |
| Lantus SoloStar | |
| Vyvanse | |
| Aciphex | |
| Nasonex | |
| Lovenox | |
| Adderall XR | |
| ProAir HFA | |
| Truvada | |
| Niaspan | |
| Humalog | |
| Cialis | |
| Namenda | |
| Symbicort | |
| Flovent HFA | |
| Adrenergics | |
| Adrenergic Blockers | |
| Analgesics | |
| Anesthetics | |
| Antacids | |
| Antianxiety Agents | |
| Antibiotics | |
| Absorption | |
| Distribution | |
| Metabolism | |
| Excretion | |
| Anticoagulants | |
| Anticholinergics | |
| Anticonvulsants | |
| Antidepressants | |
| Antiemetics | |
| Antifungals | |
| Antihistamines | |
| Antihypertensive Agents | |
| Anti-inflammatory Agents | |
| Antimigraine Agents | |
| Antineoplastics | |
| Antipsychotics | |
| Antipruritics | |
| Antipyretics | |
| Antispasmodics | |
| Antitussives | |
| Antiviral Agents | |
| Bronchodilators | |
| Cathartics (Laxatives) | |
| Central Nervous System Stimulants | |
| Contraceptives | |
| Decongestants | |
| Diuretics | |
| Expectorants | |
| Hematopoietic Agents | |
| Hemostatic Agents | |
| Hormone Replacement Agents | |
| Hypnotics (Sedatives) | |
| Lipid-Lowering Agents | |
| Miotics | |
| Mydriatic Agents (Anticholinergic) | |
| Narcotics | |
| Oral Hypoglycemic Agents | |
| Osteoporosis Agents | |
| Acai | |
| Black Cohosh | |
| Echinacea | |
| Flaxseed | |
| Garlic | |
| Ginger | |
| Asian Ginseng | |
| Gingko Biloba | |
| Glucosamine Plus Chondroitin Sulfate | |
| Melatonin | |
| Milk Thistle (silymarin) | |
| Saw Palmetto | |
| St. Johns Wart | |
| Acupuncture | |
| Chiropractic Care | |
| Mind Body Therapy | |
| Homeopathic Medicine | |
| Dispense | |
| Nomogram | |
| Stat | |
| Surface Area | |
| Unit Dose | |
| Strength | |
| Dose | |
| Solute | |
| Solvent or Diluent | |
| Fractions | |
| Decimals | |
| Percent | |
| 1kg | |
| 1 kL | |
| 1g | |
| 1L | |
| 1mg | |
| 1mL | |
| 1dg | |
| 1dL | |
| 1cg | |
| 1cL |
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