Introduction to Pharmacy Flashcards
It is the most widely recognized international symbol of Pharmacy?
Bowl of Hygiea
She is the daughter and assistance of Asclepius.
Hygiea
He is the God of medicine and healing.
Asclepius
Pharmacy is derived from the Greek word _____?
Pharmakeia
It is a profession of preserving, preparing, compounding, and dispensing medical drugs.
Pharmacy
Pharmakeia means, what?
Use of drugs, medicines, potions, or spells.
Preparing natural and synthetic sources, suitable and convenient materials for distribution, and treatment and prevention of disease.
Pharmacy
According to _______, Pharmacy is a profession of medications, devices, and services to achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes.
American Pharmaceutical Association
Approach to professional practice in pharmacy.
Pharmaceutical care
Healing of disease is called _____?
Therapeutic
They are educated and licensed to dispense drug and provide information. ______ are the most accessible health care workers.
Pharmacist
Use in diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of diseases.
Drugs
A retailer. It answers the questions about OTC prescription.
Community Pharmacy
Give the well-known community pharmacy in our country.
Mercury Drugs, TGP, Rose Pharmacy, St. Joseph Drug, Medexpress drugstore, Bakers Drugstore
Who is the CEO or Mercury Drugs?
Vivian Que Azcona