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Principles of Pharmacology and Pharmacology Math

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