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Intro to Pharmacology Flashcards

Exam 1

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What is the definition for pharmacology?

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The study of biological effect of DRUGS (chemicals) that are introduced into the body to cause some sort of change.

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What is the definition of pharmacokinetics?

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What happens to drugs in the body

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What is the definition of pharmacodynamics?

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The mechanism of action. The effects on the body.

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4
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What is a chemical name?

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Long and complex.
Used in research.
Ex: N-acety-para-aminophenol

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5
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What is a generic name?

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Official name of drug
Only has 1 generic name
Usually more complicated than trade name
Lower case
Ex: acetaminophen

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What is a trade name?

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Brand name, given by pharmaceutical company
Easier to remember and pronounce
Upper case
Ex: Tylenol

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7
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Describe a prototype.

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One drug- typically the first- that represents a group or class of medication
New drugs in the class are compared to the prototype

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What is an example of a prototype?

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Ibuprofen/Advil- represents the class NSAID
Other manufacturers of Ibuprofen (Kroger, Walgreens, etc) get compared to the prototype

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What is a therapeutic effect?

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Intended effect of the the drug
What we want to happen

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What is a side effect?

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Unintended effects
Unavoidable

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What is a toxicity?

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Harmful effects

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What is an adverse effect?

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Unexpected reaction
Dangerous reaction

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What is an allergic reaction?

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Unexpected
May be dangerous
Involves immune system response

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How are new drugs approved?

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Approved by the FDA. Chemical identified, undergoes strict scientific tests.
Preclinical trials -> phase 1 studies -> phase 2 studies -> phase 3 studies -> phase 4 studies

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Describe preclinical trials.

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Test on lab ANIMALS for therapeutic and adverse effects

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Describe phase 1 studies.

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HUMAN VOLUNTEERS are used to test the drug

17
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Describe phase 2 studies.

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Drug is tried on patients who have the DISEASE that the drug is designed to treat

18
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Describe phase 3 studies.

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The drug is used in a VAST CLINICAL MARKET. Prescribers informed of adverse effects and monitor their patients closely. Unexpected responses may occur and the drug may be withdrawn from the market.

19
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Describe phase 4 studies.

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CONTINUED EVALUATION by the FDA

20
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How many schedule drugs are there?

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5

21
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Describe a schedule 1 controlled substance.

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Not approved for medical use, no reason to prescribe (heroin, LSD)

22
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Describe a schedule 2 controlled substance.

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Used medically, but HIGH potential for abuse (narcotics, amphetamines). No automatic refills allowed.

23
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Describe a schedule 3 controlled substance.

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Less potential for abuse (non-barbiturate sedatives, non-amphetamines, stimulants)

24
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Describe a schedule 4 controlled substance.

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Some potential for abuse. Primarily sedatives, anti-anxiety medications.

25
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Describe a schedule 5 controlled substance.

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Low potential for abuse. Medications containing small amounts of certain narcotics or stimulants, usually antitussives.

26
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What is prescription strength over the counter medications?

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Same drug available as OTC but with a higher dose (800 mg)

27
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Describe over the counter medications

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Over 80 classes of OTC medications
Consumers must be able to diagnose own condition and monitor effectiveness EASILY
Low risk of side effects and low abuse potential

28
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Describe dietary and herbal supplements.

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Can only claim affect on BODY STRUCTURE or FUNCTION (not medical condition)
FDA only monitors POST-MARKET
Label restrictions on dietary and herbals

29
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Describe adverse interactions between drugs and herbals

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-Some herbals can increase the toxicity of prescription medication or cause decreased therapeutic effects

30
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What is a teratogen?

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Substances that can cause congenital malformations in developing fetus
(alcohol, marijuana, and nicotine all known teratogens)

31
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What are the categories of teratogens?

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Categories A, B, C, D and X

32
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Describe category A teratogens.

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Safe for the fetus

33
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Describe category B teratogens.

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Lack of studies to show benefit/risk

34
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Describe category C teratogens.

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No studies, animal studies possible risk, talk to OB

35
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Describe category D teratogens.

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Drugs that have possible risk to fetus.
Discussion with OB/GYN about risks and benefits

36
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Describe category X teratogens.

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Drugs that have KNOWN RISK, that CANNOT BE outweighed by possible benefit

37
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What is the definition of pharmacogenomics?

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The study of how genes affect a person’s response to drugs.

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