LO 3.1 - Abbreviations related to Pharmacy Flashcards
0
Q
ad lib
A
As desired, as much as needed (ad libitum)
1
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a.c.
A
Before meals (anti cibum)
2
Q
bib
A
Drink
3
Q
b.i.d
A
Twice a day
4
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fl
A
Fluid
5
Q
h.s.
A
At bedtime, at the hours of sleep
6
Q
p.c.
A
After meals
7
Q
p.o.
A
By mouth
8
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p.r.n. (PRN)
A
Whenever necessary or as needed
9
Q
q.
A
Every
10
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q.d.
A
Every day
11
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q.h.
A
Every hour
12
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q.2.h.
A
Every 2 hours
13
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q.4.h.
A
Every 4 hours
14
Q
q.i.d.
A
Four times a day
15
Q
q.s.
A
Sufficient quantity
16
Q
R(sm x)
A
Take, treatment, prescription
17
Q
t.i.d.
A
Three times daily
18
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2X (X2)
A
Twice
19
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1X (X1)
A
Once
20
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:
A
Ratio
