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1
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-lytic

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Suffix: dissolving, reducing, loosening

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-mimetic

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Suffix: mimicking, simulating

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-tropic

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Suffix: acting on

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anti-

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Prefix: against

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contra-

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Prefix: against, opposite

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counter-

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Prefix: against, opposite

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contra-, aka

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counter-, aka

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alg/o, alg/i, algesi/o

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Root: pain

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chem/o

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Root: chemical

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hypn/o

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Root: sleep

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narc/o

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Root: stupor

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pharm, pharmac/o

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Root: medicine, drug

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pyr/o, pyret/o

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Root: fever, fire

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tox/o, toxic/o

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Root: poison, toxin

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vas/o

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Root: vessel

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anaphylaxis

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extreme allergic reaction leading respiratory distress, circulatory collapse, and death

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antagonist

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substance interfering with drug treatment

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contraindiciation

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side effect or other factor that makes a drug dangerous or undesirable for a particular individual

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drug

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substance that alters body function

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efficacy

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effectiveness of a drug to produce desired result

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generic drug name

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drug which is not trademarked, simplified version of the chemical name, not capitalized

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trade drug name

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brand name of a drug which is trademarked, begins with a capital letter when written

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phytomedicine, aka

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herbal medicine, aka

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potentiation

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increased effects of a drug which has reacted with another

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prescription

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written and signed order for a treatment with directions for administration

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side effect

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secondary effect(s) of treatment other than that for which it was prescribed

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substance dependence

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physiological or psychological dependence on an administered substance, characterized by a compulsive need for the drug regardless of its adverse effects

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synergy

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treatment involving more than one drug and resulting in increased efficacy

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tolerance

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chronic use of a drug resulting in a loss of effectiveness over time, dose must be increased periodically to achieve intended response equivalent to the original

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withdrawal

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resulting condition of patient from cessation or reduction of dependent drug

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APAP

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Abbrev: acetaminophen

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ASA

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Abbrev: acetylsalicylic acid

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cap

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Abbrev: capsule

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CPhA

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Abbrev: Canadian Pharmacists Association

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CPS

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Abbrev: Compendium of Pharmaceuticals and Specialities

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elix

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Abbrev: elixir

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INH

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Abbrev: Isoniazid (anti-tuberculosis drug)

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NHPD

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Abbrev: Natural Health Products Directorate

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NSAID(s)

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Abbrev: non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug(s)

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supp

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Abbrev: suppository

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susp

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Abbrev: suspension

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tinct

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Abbrev: tincture

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ung

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Abbrev: ointment

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44
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Rx: a

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Rx: before, ante

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45
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Rx: aa

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Rx: of each

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Rx: ac

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Rx: before meals

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47
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Rx: ad lib

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Rx: as desired

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48
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Rx: aq

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Rx: water, aqua

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Rx: c

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Rx: with

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50
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Rx: cc

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Rx: cubic centimeter

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51
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Rx: D/C, dc

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Rx: discontinue

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52
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Rx: DS

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Rx: double strength

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53
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Rx: gt(t)

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Rx: drop(s)

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54
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Rx: hs

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Rx: at bedtime

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55
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Rx: IM

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Rx: intramuscular

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56
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Rx: IU

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Rx: international unit

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57
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Rx: LA

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Rx: long-acting

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Rx: mcg

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Rx: microgram

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Rx: p

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Rx: after, post

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Rx: pc

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Rx: after meals

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Rx: po

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Rx: by mouth, per os

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Rx: pp

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Rx: after a meal,

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Rx: qam

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Rx: every morning

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Rx: qd

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Rx: every day

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Rx: qh

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Rx: every hour

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66
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Rx: q ___ h

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Rx: every ___ hours

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67
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Rx: qid

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Rx: four times per day

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Rx: qod

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Rx: every other day

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Rx: s

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Rx: without

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Rx: SA

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Rx: sustained action

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Rx: SC,

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Rx: subcutaneous

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Rx: SQ

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Rx: subcutaneous

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73
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Rx: SR

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Rx: sustained release

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Rx: ss

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Rx: half

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75
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Rx: tid

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Rx: three times per day

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Rx: U

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Rx: units

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Rx: s

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Rx: times

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78
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drug absorption

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drug administration via digestive tract or other membrane transfer

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drug instillation

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drug administration via liquid poured slowly into a cavity or onto a surface (e.g. into ear or onto eye)

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oral drug administration

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drug administration by mouth

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SL

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Abbrev: sublingual

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aerosol

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sol’n dispersed as a mist for inhalation

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aqueous sol’n

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water containing a dissolved substance

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elixir

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hydro-alcoholic, clear, sweetened oral liquid

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emulsion

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mixture of two insoluble liquids

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lotion

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topical solution

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suspension

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mixture of liquid and fine, insoluble solid particulates

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tincture

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mixture of alcoholic solution with a dissolved substance

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cream

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semisolid topical emulsion

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ointment

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drug mixed into a sticky base which keeps it in contact with the skin/intended surface

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capsule

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gelatinous encasement encasing easily digested contents

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lozenge

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pleasantly flavoured tablet which is easily dissolved in the mouth

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suppository

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drug mixed within a moldable base which easily melts upon insertion into an opening of the body

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tablet

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molded and compressed form of drug, either pure or mixed in an inactive ingredient base

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tablet, aka

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pill, aka

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aloe leaf

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herbal medicine used to treat minor burns or skin irritations

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black cohosh root

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herbal medicine used to treat menopausal hot flashes

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chamomile flower

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herbal medicine used as a mild sedative, to treat inflammation and GI spasms

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echinacea flower

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herbal medicine used to promote the immune system, to treat colds and superficial wounds

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evening primrose seed oil

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herbal medicine used as a source of EFA’s, to treat PMS, skin disorders, and rheumatoid arthritis

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flax seed

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herbal medicine used as a source of EFA’s, and regulates blood cholesterol levels

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gingko leaf

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herbal medicine used to improve blood circulation and nervous system function

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ginseng root

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herbal medicine used to reduce stress, and lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels

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green tea

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herbal medicine used as an antioxidant and antimicrobial, and to treat GI & skin cancers, dental decay

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kava root

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herbal medicine used to treat anxiety and as a mild sedative

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milk thistle seeds

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herbal medicine used as an antioxidant and to detoxify the liver

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saw palmetto berries

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herbal medicine used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia

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108
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slippery elm bark

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herbal medicine used to treat throat, GI & skin irritation

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soy bean

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herbal medicine used to treat menopausal symptoms

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St. John’s wort flower

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herbal medicine used to treat anxiety & depression, HIGHLY REACTIVE WITH OTHER DRUGS

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Tea tree leaf oil

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herbal medicine used to treat cuts, infections, burns and as an antimicrobial

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valerian root

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herbal medicine used as a sedative to treat sleep dysfunction

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113
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bolus

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concentrated substance given rapidly intravenously for diagnostic or therapeutic reasons

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114
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ampule

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small sealed glass or plastic container to store sterile solutions

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115
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Suffix: dissolving, reducing, loosening

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-lytic

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116
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Suffix: mimicking, simulating

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-mimetic

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117
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Suffix: acting on

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-tropic

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118
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Prefix: against

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anti-

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119
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Prefix: against, opposite

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contra-, counter-

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120
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counter-, aka

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contra-, aka

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121
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Root: pain

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alg/o, alg/i, algesi/o

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122
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Root: chemical

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chem/o

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123
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Root: sleep

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hypn/o

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124
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Root: stupor

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narc/o

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125
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Root: medicine, drug

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pharm, pharmac/o

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126
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Root: fever, fire

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pyr/o, pyret/o

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127
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Root: poison, toxin

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tox/o, toxic/o

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128
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Root: vessel

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vas/o

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129
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extreme allergic reaction leading respiratory distress, circulatory collapse, and death

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anaphylaxis

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130
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substance interfering with drug treatment

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antagonist

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131
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side effect or other factor that makes a drug dangerous or undesirable for a particular individual

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contraindiciation

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132
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effectiveness of a drug to produce desired result

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efficacy

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133
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drug which is not trademarked, simplified version of the chemical name, not capitalized

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generic drug name

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brand name of a drug which is trademarked, begins with a capital letter when written

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trade drug name

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herbal medicine, aka

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phytomedicine, aka

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136
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increased effects of a drug which has reacted with another

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potentiation

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137
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written and signed order for a treatment with directions for administration

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prescription

138
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secondary effect(s) of treatment other than that for which it was prescribed

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side effect

139
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physiological or psychological dependence on an administered substance, characterized by a compulsive need for the drug regardless of its adverse effects

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substance dependence

140
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treatment involving more than one drug and resulting in increased efficacy

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synergy

141
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chronic use of a drug resulting in a loss of effectiveness over time, dose must be increased periodically to achieve intended response equivalent to the original

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tolerance

142
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resulting condition of patient from cessation or reduction of dependent drug

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withdrawal

143
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Abbrev: acetaminophen

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APAP

144
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Abbrev: acetylsalicylic acid

A

ASA

145
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Abbrev: capsule

A

cap

146
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Abbrev: Canadian Pharmacists Association

A

CPhA

147
Q

Abbrev: Compendium of Pharmaceuticals and Specialities

A

CPS

148
Q

Abbrev: elixir

A

elix

149
Q

Abbrev: Isoniazid (anti-tuberculosis drug)

A

INH

150
Q

Abbrev: medications, medicines

A

MED(s)

151
Q

Abbrev: Natural Health Products Directorate

A

NHPD

152
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Abbrev: non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug(s)

A

NSAID(s)

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Abbrev: prescription

A

Rx

154
Q

Abbrev: suppository

A

supp

155
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Abbrev: suspension

A

susp

156
Q

Abbrev: tablet

A

tab

157
Q

Abbrev: tincture

A

tinct

158
Q

Abbrev: ointment

A

ung

159
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Rx: before, ante

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Rx: a

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Rx: of each

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Rx: aa

161
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Rx: before meals

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Rx: ac

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Rx: as desired

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Rx: ad lib

163
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Rx: water, aqua

A

Rx: aq

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Rx: twice per day

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Rx: bid

165
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Rx: with

A

Rx: c

166
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Rx: cubic centimeter

A

Rx: cc

167
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Rx: discontinue

A

Rx: D/C, dc

168
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Rx: double strength

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Rx: DS

169
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Rx: drop(s)

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Rx: gt(t)

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Rx: at bedtime

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Rx: hs

171
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Rx: intramuscular

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Rx: IM

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Rx: international unit

A

Rx: IU

173
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Rx: long-acting

A

Rx: LA

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Rx: microgram

A

Rx: mcg

175
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Rx: after, post

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Rx: p

176
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Rx: after meals

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Rx: pc

177
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Rx: by mouth, per os

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Rx: po

178
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Rx: after a meal,

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Rx: pp

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Rx: as needed

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Rx: prn

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Rx: every morning

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Rx: qam

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Rx: every day

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Rx: qd

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Rx: every hour

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Rx: qh

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Rx: every ___ hours

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Rx: q ___ h

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Rx: four times per day

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Rx: qid

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Rx: every other day

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Rx: qod

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Rx: without

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Rx: s

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Rx: sustained action

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Rx: SA

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Rx: subcutaneous

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Rx: SC, SQ, subcu

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Rx: sustained release

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Rx: SR

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Rx: half

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Rx: ss

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Rx: three times per day

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Rx: tid

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Rx: units

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Rx: U

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Rx: times

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Rx: s

194
Q

drug administration via digestive tract or other membrane transfer

A

drug absorption

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Q

drug administration via respiratory system

A

drug inhalation

196
Q

drug administration via liquid poured slowly into a cavity or onto a surface (e.g. into ear or onto eye)

A

drug instillation

197
Q

drug administration by mouth

A

oral drug administration

198
Q

drug administration via the rectum

A

rectal drug administration

199
Q

drug administration under the tongue

A

sublingual drug administration

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Q

Abbrev: sublingual

A

SL

201
Q

drug administration via application to the surface of the skin

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topical drug administration

202
Q

drug administration via absorption through the skin (e.g. drug patch)

A

transdermal drug administration

203
Q

drug administration via needle or syringe

A

drug injection

204
Q

drug administration via injection between the spinal cord membranes and the spine

A

epidural drug administration

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Q

drug administration via injection into the skin

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intradermal drug administration

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Q

drug administration via injection into a muscle

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intramuscular drug administration

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Q

drug administration via injection into a vein

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intravenous drug administration

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drug administration via injection into spinal fluid

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spinal drug administration

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Q

drug administration via injection into hypodermis/beneath the skin

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subcutaneous drug administration

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Q

sol’n dispersed as a mist for inhalation

A

aerosol

211
Q

water containing a dissolved substance

A

aqueous sol’n

212
Q

hydro-alcoholic, clear, sweetened oral liquid

A

elixir

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mixture of two insoluble liquids

A

emulsion

214
Q

topical solution

A

lotion

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mixture of liquid and fine, insoluble solid particulates

A

suspension

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mixture of alcoholic solution with a dissolved substance

A

tincture

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Q

semisolid topical emulsion

A

cream

218
Q

drug mixed into a sticky base which keeps it in contact with the skin/intended surface

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ointment

219
Q

gelatinous encasement encasing easily digested contents

A

capsule

220
Q

pleasantly flavoured tablet which is easily dissolved in the mouth

A

lozenge

221
Q

drug mixed within a moldable base which easily melts upon insertion into an opening of the body

A

suppository

222
Q

molded and compressed form of drug, either pure or mixed in an inactive ingredient base

A

tablet

223
Q

pill, aka

A

tablet, aka

224
Q

herbal medicine used to treat minor burns or skin irritations

A

aloe leaf

225
Q

herbal medicine used to treat menopausal hot flashes

A

black cohosh root

226
Q

herbal medicine used as a mild sedative, to treat inflammation and GI spasms

A

chamomile flower

227
Q

herbal medicine used to promote the immune system, to treat colds and superficial wounds

A

echinacea flower

228
Q

herbal medicine used as a source of EFA’s, to treat PMS, skin disorders, and rheumatoid arthritis

A

evening primrose seed oil

229
Q

herbal medicine used as a source of EFA’s, and regulates blood cholesterol levels

A

flax seed

230
Q

herbal medicine used to improve blood circulation and nervous system function

A

gingko leaf

231
Q

herbal medicine used to reduce stress, and lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels

A

ginseng root

232
Q

herbal medicine used as an antioxidant and antimicrobial, and to treat GI & skin cancers, dental decay

A

green tea

233
Q

herbal medicine used to treat anxiety and as a mild sedative

A

kava root

234
Q

herbal medicine used as an antioxidant and to detoxify the liver

A

milk thistle seeds

235
Q

herbal medicine used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia

A

saw palmetto berries

236
Q

herbal medicine used to treat throat, GI & skin irritation

A

slippery elm bark

237
Q

herbal medicine used to treat menopausal symptoms

A

soy bean

238
Q

herbal medicine used to treat anxiety & depression, HIGHLY REACTIVE WITH OTHER DRUGS

A

St. John’s wort flower

239
Q

herbal medicine used to treat cuts, infections, burns and as an antimicrobial

A

Tea tree leaf oil

240
Q

herbal medicine used as a sedative to treat sleep dysfunction

A

valerian root

241
Q

concentrated substance given rapidly intravenously for diagnostic or therapeutic reasons

A

bolus

242
Q

small sealed glass or plastic container to store sterile solutions

A

ampule

243
Q

analgesics

A

drugs that alleviate pain

244
Q

drugs that alleviate pain

A

analgesics

245
Q

adrenergics, aka

A

sympathomimetics, aka

246
Q

adrenergics

A

drugs that mimic the stress reactions of the sympathetic nervous system

247
Q

drugs that prevent coagulation and formation of blood clots

A

anticoagulants

248
Q

sympathomimetics

A

drugs that mimic the stress reactions of the sympathetic nervous system

249
Q

drugs that mimic the stress reactions of the sympathetic nervous system

A

sympathomimetics or adrenergics

250
Q

anesthetics

A

drugs that reduce or eliminate sensation

251
Q

drugs that reduce or eliminate sensation

A

anesthetics

252
Q

anticoagulants

A

drugs that prevent coagulation and formation of blood clots

253
Q

anticonvulsants

A

drugs that suppress or reduce the number/intensity of seizures

254
Q

drugs that suppress or reduce the number/intensity of seizures

A

anticonvulsants

255
Q

antidiabetics

A

drugs that prevent or alleviate diabetes

256
Q

drugs that prevent or alleviate diabetes

A

antidiabetics

257
Q

antiemetics

A

drugs that relieve nausea and prevent vomitting

258
Q

drugs that relieve nausea and prevent vomitting

A

antiemetics

259
Q

antihistamines

A

drugs that prevent histamine-mediated responses (allergic & inflammatory reactions)

260
Q

drugs that prevent histamine-mediated responses (allergic & inflammatory reactions)

A

antihistamines

261
Q

antihypertensives

A

drugs that lower blood pressure

262
Q

drugs that lower blood pressure

A

antihypertensives

263
Q

How do antihypertensives reduce blood pressure?

A

reducing cardiac output, vasodilation, diuretics

264
Q

antiinflammatories

A

drugs that counteract inflammation and swelling

265
Q

drugs that counteract inflammation and swelling

A

antiinflammatories

266
Q

What are two types of antiinflammatories?

A

corticosteroids & NSAIDS (non-steroidal antiinflammatory drugs)

267
Q

How do corticosteroids reduce inflammation?

A

immune system suppression

268
Q

How do NSAIDs reduce inflammation?

A

prostaglandin synthesis interference

269
Q

antiinfective agents

A

drugs that kill or prevent growth of infectious organisms

270
Q

drugs that kill or prevent growth of infectious organisms

A

antiinfective agents

271
Q

antineoplastics

A

drugs that destroy cancer cells

272
Q

drugs that destroy cancer cells

A

antineoplastics

273
Q

How do antiarrythmics act on the heart?

A

correct heart rhythm abnormalities

274
Q

drugs that correct heart rhythm abnormalities

A

antiarrythmics

275
Q

beta-adrenergic blockers, aka

A

beta-blockers

276
Q

How do beta-blockers act on the heart?

A

inhibit sympathetic nervous system functions to reduce heart rate and force of contractions

277
Q

drugs that inhibit sympathetic nervous system functions to reduce heart rate and force of contractions

A

beta-blockers

278
Q

How do calcium-channel blockers act on the heart?

A

dilate coronary arteries, slow heart rate, and reduce contractions

279
Q

drugs that dilate coronary arteries, slow heart rate, and reduce contractions

A

calcium-channel blockers

280
Q

How do hypolipidemics act on the heart?

A

lower cholesterol

281
Q

drugs that lower cholesterol

A

hypolipidemics

282
Q

How do nitrates act on the heart?

A

drugs that dilate coronary arteries and thus lower blood pressure and venous return to the heart to reduce workload of the heart

283
Q

drugs that dilate coronary arteries and thus lower blood pressure and venous return to the heart to reduce workload of the heart

A

nitrates

284
Q

diuretics

A

drugs that promote kidneys to excrete more water & electrolytes to relieve edema & high blood pressure

285
Q

drugs that promote kidneys to excrete more water & electrolytes to relieve edema & high blood pressure

A

diuretics

286
Q

How do antidiarrheals act on the GI tract?

A

treat or prevent diarrhea by absorbing irritants or decreasing activity of the smooth muscle in the intestinal lining

287
Q

drugs that treat or prevent diarrhea by absorbing irritants or decreasing activity of the smooth muscle in the intestinal tract

A

antidiarrheals

288
Q

How do Histamine H2 antagonists act on the GI tract?

A

decrease the secretion of stomach acid to treat ulcers etc. by interfering with histamine receptors

289
Q

drugs that decrease the secretion of stomach acid to treat ulcers etc. by interfering with histamine receptors

A

histamine H2 antagonists

290
Q

How do laxatives act on the GI tract?

A

promote elimination from the large intestine

291
Q

drugs that promote elimination from the large intestine

A

laxatives

292
Q

four types of laxatives

A

stimulants, hyperosmotics, stool softeners, bulk-forming agents

293
Q

stimulants, hyperosmotics, stool softeners, bulk-forming agents

A

types of laxatives

294
Q

hypnotics

A

drugs that dull the senses or induce sleep

295
Q

drugs that dull the senses or induce sleep

A

hypnotics

296
Q

muscle relaxants

A

drugs that depress muscle stimulation by the nervous system

297
Q

drugs that depress muscle stimulation by the nervous system

A

muscle relaxants

298
Q

proton-pump inhibitors

A

drugs that inhibit secretion of stomach acid by blocking the transport of H+ into the stomach

299
Q

drugs that inhibit secretion of stomach acid by blocking the transport of H+ into the stomach

A

proton-pump inhibitors

300
Q

psychotropics

A

drugs that affect mental activity, mental state or behaviour

301
Q

drugs that affect mental activity, mental state or behaviour

A

psychotropics

302
Q

three types of psychotropic drugs

A

antianxiety agents, antidepressants, antipsychotics

303
Q

antianxiety agents, antidepressants, antipsychotics

A

types of psychotropic drugs

304
Q

five types of cardiac drugs

A

antiarrhythmics, beta-adrenergic blockers, calcium-channel blockers, hypolipidemics, nitrates

305
Q

antiarrhythmics, beta-adrenergic blockers, calcium-channel blockers, hypolipidemics, nitrates

A

types of cardiac drugs

306
Q

three types of gastrointestinal drugs

A

antidiarrheals, laxatives, histamine H2 antagonists

307
Q

antidiarrheals, laxatives, histamine H2 antagonists

A

types of gastrointestinal drugs

308
Q

three types of antiinfective agents

A

antibiotics, antifungals, antiparasitics

309
Q

antibiotics, antifungals, antiparasitics

A

types of antiinfective agents

310
Q

How do narcotics alleviate pain?

A

decrease pain sensation from within CNS

311
Q

drugs that decrease pain sensation from within CNS

A

narcotics

312
Q

How do nonnarcotics alleviate pain?

A

inhibit prostaglandins in the PNS, and may have antiinflammatory or antipyretic effects also

313
Q

drugs that inhibit prostaglandins in the PNS, and may have antiinflammatory or antipyretic effects also

A

nonnarcotics

314
Q

What are two types of analgesics?

A

narcotics & nonnarcotics

315
Q

narcotics & nonnarcotics

A

types of analgesics

316
Q

Abbrev for nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs

A

NSAIDs

317
Q

NSAIDs

A

nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs

318
Q

beta-blockers, aka

A

beta-adrenergic blockers

319
Q

How do antianxiety agents affect mental acitivity?

A

reduce or dispel anxiety, tranquilize

320
Q

drugs that reduce or dispel anxiety, tranquilize

A

anxiolytics, antianxiety agents

321
Q

anxiolytics, aka

A

antianxiety agents

322
Q

antianxiety agents, aka

A

anxiolytics

323
Q

How do antidepressents affect mental activity?

A

relieve depression by altering neurotransmitter levels in the brain

324
Q

drugs that relieve depression by altering neurotransmitter levels in the brain

A

antidepressants

325
Q

How do antipsychotics affect the mental activity?

A

act on CNS to relieve symptoms of psychoses

326
Q

drugs that act on CNS to relieve symptoms of psychoses

A

antipsychotics

327
Q

three types of respiratory drugs

A

antitussives, bronchodilators & expectorants

328
Q

antitussives, bronchodilators & expectorants

A

types of respiratory drugs

329
Q

How do antitussives act on the respiratory system?

A

suppress coughing

330
Q

drugs that suppress coughing

A

antitussives

331
Q

How do expectorants act on the respiratory system?

A

loosen mucus and promote coughing to eliminate it

332
Q

drugs that loosen mucus and promote coughing to eliminate it

A

expectorants

333
Q

How do bronchodilators act on the respiratory system?

A

relax smooth muscle of the bronchi to prevent or eliminate spasms

334
Q

drugs that relax smooth muscle of the bronchi to prevent or eliminate spasms

A

bronchodilators

335
Q

sedatives

A

drugs that induce relaxation in lower doses, and sleep in higher doses

336
Q

drugs that induce relaxation in lower doses, and sleep in higher doses

A

sedatives

337
Q

catheter

A

thin tube that can be passed into a body cavity organ or vessel

338
Q

thin tube that can be passed into a body cavity organ or vessel

A

catheter

339
Q

syringe

A

instrument for injecting fluid

340
Q

instrument for injecting fluid

A

syringe

341
Q

vial

A

small glass or plastic container

342
Q

small glass or plastic container

A

vial

Medical Terminology A (7 decks)

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