Intro to Pharmacology & Pharm Procedures QUIZ Flashcards
T/F: A contraindication is a condition or situation in which a drug should not be given.
True
T/F: “10mg/kg TID for 3 days” is an example of a dose and “250 mg” is an example of a dosage.
False.
Dose: How much mg is given at one time (ex: 10mg/Tx).
Dosage: Total amount of mg given (ex: 1mg/kg BID 3 days).
T/F: Listing a withdrawal time for milk/meat on a prescription label for a dairy cow is optional and at the discretion of the veterinarian.
FALSE!!
T/F: Inert ingredients do not contain a pharmaceutical action and are added to medication to maintain medication form or delivery.
True.
Inert ingredients: Components other than the active ingredient
T/F: Enteric-coated tablets should not be split because gastric acid may inactivate the drug before it reaches the absorption site in the intestines, for some drugs.
True
T/F: Enteric-coated tablets should not be split because this may lead to gastric irritation for some drugs.
True
T/F: Adverse drug reaction and allergic drug reaction have the same definition and can be used interchangeably.
False.
Adverse drug reaction: Potentially expected & unpleasant reactions to a drug (ex: muscle aches).
Allergic drug reaction: Involve the immune system and are lifelong (ex: anaphylaxis).
T/F: “Tylenol” is an example of a chemical name.
False. This is a brand name.
T/F: The drug package insert is a very good source of information for a specific drug.
True
T/F: OTC is the abbreviation for “Official Titer Controlled” medications.
False
Which of the following is considered extra-label drug use?
1. deviation from the withdrawal time listed on the label
2. all the choices are extra-label use
3. use in a species not listed on the manufacturer’s label
4. use by a route not listed on the manufacturer’s label
- all the choices are extra-label use
Which of the following is not a type of suspension?
1. emulsion
2. ointment
3. elixir
4. syrup
- ointment
elixir: a sweet liquid used for medical purposes.
emulsion: liquid disperse systems.
Regarding generic equivalents
1. they are always inferior to trade name drugs and should not be used
2. they are always less expensive than trade name drugs and should always be used when available
3. they always have the same bioavailability as the trade name drug
4. after the patent expires, any company may produce the drug
- after the patent expires, any company may produce the drug
Regarding blister packs and foils:
1. they protect the drug from air, moisture or light
2. it is okay to remove drugs from foils and dispense to client in a bottle
3. none of the answers are correct
4. are simply an alternative to child-proof bottles
- they protect the drug from air, moisture or light
Regarding drug expiration dates
1. drugs are never dangerous if used after expiration date
2. none of these answers are correct
3. expiration dates are not temperature specific
4. Use of drug after expiration date requires an increase in dosage for full effect
- none of these answers are correct
Related to prescription medication, Explain the legal definition of “current DVM-patient-owner relationship” in veterinary medicine.
- My answer:
This means the DVM must see the patient for the specific issue within a reasonable time frame (no more than a year) before dispensing medication. - Instructor:
Pet must be seen by DVM related to the specific problem the medication is prescribed for at a minimum of once a year…but more frequently for specific problems.
Describe correct disposal of expired/excess pharmaceutical agents.
Instructor A:
- Ideally medication is returned to distributor or a pharmaceutical disposal company for incineration.
- If that is not practical, the medication label must be voided (drug name still readable); placed in kitty litter and double-bagged for disposal in landfill.
- All controlled substances must be sent to specific reverse distributor for disposal.
My A:
- You can return it to the place/company of purchase and receive a credit for expired medications or bring it to an unwanted meds collection agency so they can safely dispose of it.
