Chapter 12 - Applied Terminology for Pharmacology Flashcards
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Analgesic
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Pertaining to without pain.
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Anesthesia
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Condition without sensation.
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Antibiotic
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Pertaining to against life (i.e. microbes).
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Antagonist
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One that opposes competition.
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Antipyretic
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Pertaining to against fever.
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Antiseptic
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Pertaining to against infection.
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Antitussive
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Pertaining to against coughing.
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Aseptic
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Pertaining to no infection.
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Emetic
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Pertaining to vomiting.
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Parenteral
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Pertaining to around intestines.
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Subcutaneous
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Pertaining to beneath the skin.
12
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Zoonosis
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Condition of animal disease (i.e. in people).