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. |
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Category X | |
Manufacturers Index | |
Brand and Generic Section | |
Product Category Index | |
Product Identification Section | |
General and Diagnostic Product Information Area | |
Diagnostic | |
Palliative | |
Prophylactic | |
Replacement | |
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agit | |
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tid | |
tinct | |
TO | |
tus | |
ung | |
vag | |
ves | |
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W/O | |
WNL | |
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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 | |
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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 | |
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