Question | Answer |
define drug | -chemical substance that affects the processes of the mind or body
-used in diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of disease
-illegal substance |
difference between prescription repeats and renewals | repeats- continuation of long term med
renewals- extensions of prescription |
describe sustained release | cause a delay in absorption to ensure slow but sustained action |
what can drugs be classified by | -function
-body system
-effectsd` |
name and describe the difference effects of drugs | -therapeutic action-> the purpose of giving the drug
-side effects/adverse effects->every drug has a potential side effect
-allergies-> a serious reaction to a drug |
name and describe the classifications of drugs by scope of action | local-drug produces an effort only at the site of application
systemic- circulate in the blood stream
cumulative- drug accumulates in the body faster that it can be metabolized or excreted |
name and describe the classifications of drugs by use | therapeutic- taken to relieve symptoms
diagnostic- used to perform diagnostic tests
curative drugs- given to overcome a disease, infection or other condition
replacement drugs- taken to replace a hormone
prophylactic- given to prevent a condition or d |
what are the 4 names that can be given to a single drug | chemical
generic
trade
botanical |
what are the two methods of dispensing drugs | prescription
over the counter |
what is enteric-coated | allows pill to bypass the stomach |
what is a pharmacist | a health professional who is trained in preparing and dispensing drugs |
what is pharmacology | the study and description of drugs, their composition, actions and effects |
wheat is a pharmacy | a licensed business involved in dispensing drugs |
when are drug errors more likely to occur | when taken over the phone
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