pharmacology Word Scramble
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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 |
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 transcription |
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