Chapter 8 Flashcards
anaphylaxis
extreme allergic reaction that can lead to respiratory distress, circulatory collapse and death
antagonist
a substance that interferes/opposes the action of a drug
brand name
trade/proprietary name of drug, registered trademark of the manufacturer
contraindication
a factor that makes the use of a drug undesirable or dangerous
drug
a substance that alters body function
efficacy
the power to produce a specific result
generic name
nonproprietary name of drug, not privately owned or trademarked
phytomedicine
herbal medicine
potentiation
increased potency by two drugs acting together
prescription
written and signed order for a drug with directions
side effect
a result of drug therapy (usually undesirable) that is an unintended effect
substance dependence
a condition resulting from chronic use of a drug in which a person has a compulsive need for a drug regardless of it’s adverse affects
synergy
combined actions of two or more drugs acting together to produce an effect greater than what they could produce alone
tolerance
a condition in which chronic use of a drug results in loss of effectiveness and the dose must be increased to produce the original response
withdrawal
a condition that results from abrupt cessation or reduction of a drug that has been used regularly
