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Pharm Abbreviations
Pharmacology Abbreviations
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 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 |