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pharmacology

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define drug   -chemical substance that affects the processes of the mind or body -used in diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of disease -illegal substance  
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difference between prescription repeats and renewals   repeats- continuation of long term med renewals- extensions of prescription  
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describe sustained release   cause a delay in absorption to ensure slow but sustained action  
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what can drugs be classified by   -function -body system -effectsd`  
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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  
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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  
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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  
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what are the 4 names that can be given to a single drug   chemical generic trade botanical  
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what are the two methods of dispensing drugs   prescription over the counter  
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what is enteric-coated   allows pill to bypass the stomach  
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what is a pharmacist   a health professional who is trained in preparing and dispensing drugs  
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what is pharmacology   the study and description of drugs, their composition, actions and effects  
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wheat is a pharmacy   a licensed business involved in dispensing drugs  
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when are drug errors more likely to occur   when taken over the phone transcription  
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