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Module 3: Pharmocology Flashcards

1
Q

Abbreviation

amp

Dosage Forms

A

Ampule

Meaning

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Abbreviation

cap

Dosage Forms

A

Capsule

Meaning

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Abbreviation

cr

Dosage Forms

A

Cream

Meaning

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4
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Abbreviation

elix

Dosage Forms

A

Elixir

Meaning

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5
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Abbreviation

liq

Dosage Forms

A

Liquid

Meaning

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Abbreviation

lot

Dosage Forms

A

Lotion

Meaning

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Abbreviation

sup

Dosage Forms

A

Suppository

Meaning

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Abbreviation

syr

Dosage Forms

A

Syrup

Meaning

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Abbreviation

tab

Dosage Forms

A

Tablet

Meaning

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Q

Abbreviation

ung

Dosage Forms

A

Ointment

Meaning

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Abbreviation

C

Strength/Systems of Measurement

A

Cup, Celsius

Meaning

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12
Q

Abbreviation

ds

Strength/Systems of Measurement

A

Double Strength

Meaning

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13
Q

Abbreviation

g, gm

Strength/Systems of Measurement

A

Gram

Meaning

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14
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Abbreviation

gr

Strength/Systems of Measurement

A

Grain

Meaning

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15
Q

Abbreviation

gtt

Strength/Systems of Measurement

A

Drop

Meaning

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16
Q

Abbreviation

kg

Strength/Systems of Measurement

A

Kilogram

Meaning

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17
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Abbreviation

L

Strength/Systems of Measurement

A

Liter

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18
Q

Abbreviation

lb

Strength/Systems of Measurement

A

Pound

Meaning

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Q

Abbreviation

mcg

Strength/Systems of Measurement

A

Microgram

Meaning

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20
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Abbreviation

mEq

Strength/Systems of Measurement

A

Milliequivalent

Meaning

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21
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Abbreviation

mg

Strength/Systems of Measurement

A

Milligram(s)

Meaning

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22
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Abbreviation

mg/dL

Strength/Systems of Measurement

A

Milligrams Per Deciliter

Meaning

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23
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Abbreviation

oz

Strength/Systems of Measurement

A

Ounce

Meaning

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Abbreviation

qt

Strength/Systems of Measurement

A

Quart

Meaning

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25
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Abbreviation

tbsp

Strength/Systems of Measurement

A

tablespoon

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26
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Abbreviation

tsp

Strength/Systems of Measurement

A

teaspoon

Meaning

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27
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Abbreviation

ID

Route of Administration

A

intradermally

Meaning

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28
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Abbreviation

IM

Route of Administration

A

intramuscularly

Meaning

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29
Q

Abbreviation

inj

Route of Administration

A

inject, injection

Meaning

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30
Q

Abbreviation

IV

Route of Administration

A

intravenously

Meaning

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31
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Abbreviation

PO

Route of Administration

A

by mouth, orally

Meaning

32
Q

Abbreviation

PR

Route of Administration

A

rectally

Meaning

33
Q

Abbreviation

r, rec

Route of Administration

A

rectally

Meaning

34
Q

Abbreviation

subcut

Route of Administration

A

subcutaneously

Meaning

35
Q

Abbreviation

top

Route of Administration

A

topically

Meaning

36
Q

Medication Classification

Analgesics

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Relieve Pain

action

acetaminophen, hydrocodone

37
Q

Medication Classification

Antacids/Anti-Ulcer

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Neutralize Stomach Acid

action

esomeprazole, calcium carbonate

38
Q

Medication Classification

Antibiotics

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Kill Bacteria

action

Amoxicillin, Ciprofloxacin

39
Q

Medication Classification

Anticholinergics

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Reduce Bronchospasm

action

Ipratropium, Dicyclomine

40
Q

Medication Classification

Anticoagulants

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Delay Blood Clotting

action

Warfarin, Enoxaparin, Heparin

41
Q

Medication Classification

Anticonvulsants

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Prevent or Control Seizures

action

Clonazepam, Phenytoin, Gabapentin

42
Q

Medication Classification

Antidepressants

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Relieve Depression

action

Doxepin, Fluoxetine, Duloxetine, Selegiline

43
Q

Medication Classification

Antidiarrheals

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Reduce Diarrhea

action

Bismuth Subsalicylate, Loperamide

44
Q

Medication Classification

Antiemetics

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Reduce Nausea, Vomiting

action

Metoclopramide, Ondansetron

45
Q

Medication Classification

Antifungals

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Kill Fungi

action

Fluconazole, Nystatin, Miconazole

46
Q

Medication Classification

Antihistamines

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Relieve Allergies

action

Diphenhydramine, Cetirizine, Loratadine

47
Q

Medication Classification

Antihypertensives

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Lower Blood Pressure

action

Metoprolol, Lisinopril, Valsartan, Clonidine

48
Q

Medication Classification

Anti-Inflammatories

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Reduce Inflammation

action

Ibuprofen, Celecoxib, Naproxen

49
Q

Medication Classification

Antilipemics

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Lower Cholesterol

action

Atorvastatin, Fenofibrate

50
Q

Medication Classification

Antimigraine Agents

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Relieve Migraine Headaches

action

Topiramate, Sumatriptan

51
Q

Medication Classification

Anti-Osteoporosis Agents

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Improve Bone Density

action

Alendronate, Ibandronate, Calcitonin

52
Q

Medication Classification

Antipsychotics

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Control Psychotic Symptoms

action

Quetiapine, Haloperidol, Risperidone

53
Q

Medication Classification

Antiphyretics

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Reduce Fever

action

Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, Aspirin

54
Q

Medication Classification

Antispasmodics/Muscle Rlaxants

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Reduce/Prevent Muscle Spasms

action

Cyclobenzaprine, Methcarbamol

55
Q

Medication Classification

Antitussives/Expectorants

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Control Cough, Promote Elimination of Mucus

action

Dextromethorphan, Codeine, Guaifenesin

56
Q

Medication Classification

Antivirals

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Kill Viruses

action

Acyclovir, Interferon, Oseltamivir

57
Q

Medication Classification

Anxiolytics

antianxiety

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Reduce Anxiety

action

Clonazepam, Diazepam, Lorazepam

58
Q

Medication Classification

Bronchodilators

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Relax Airway Muscles

action

Albuterol, Isoproterenol, Theophylline

59
Q

Medication Classification

Central Nevous System Stimulants

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Reduce Hyperactivity

action

Methylphenidate, Modafinil

60
Q

Medication Classification

Contraceptives

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Prevent Pregnancy

action

Medroxyprogesterone Actate, Ethinyl Estradiol

61
Q

Medication Classification

Decongestants

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Relieve nasal Congestion

action

Pseudoephedrine, Mometasone

62
Q

Medication Classification

Diuretics

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Eliminate Excess Fluid

action

Furosemide, Hydrochlorothiazide

63
Q

Medication Classification

Hormone Replacement

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Stabilize Hormone Deficiencies

action

Levothyroxine, Insulin, Desmopressin, Estrogen

64
Q

Medication Classification

Laxatives, Stool Softeners

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Promote Bowel Movements

actions

Magnesium Hydroxide, Bisacodyl

65
Q

Medication Classification

Oral Hypoglycemics

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Reduce Blood Glucose

action

Metformin, ACarbose, Glyburide

66
Q

Medication Classification

Sedative-Hypnotics

Medication Classifications and their Uses

A

Induce Sleep/Relaxation

action

Zolpidem, Temazepam, Eszopiclone

67
Q

Schedule 1

Controlled Substances for Abuse & Addiction

A

Heroin, Mescaline, Lysergic Acid Diethylamide (LSD), Cannabis (marijuana)

high potential for abuse/no approved medical use in US

illegal, providers may not prescribe them

68
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Schedule 2

Controlled Substances for Abuse & Addiction

A

Morphine, Methadone, Oxycodone, Hydromorphone, Hydrocodone, Fentanyl, Methamphetamine

high potential for abuse/dangerous/psychological/physical dependence

providers must give NO REFILLS, kept secure, separate from medications

69
Q

Schedule 3

Controlled Substances for Abuse & Addiction

A

Ketamine, Anabolic Steroids, Testosterone

moderate to low potential for physical/psychological dependence

providers must give handwritten prescription, refill up to 5 times in 6 months

70
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Schedule 4

Controlled Substances for Abuse & Addiction

A

Diazepam, Zolpidem, Eszopiclone, Alprazolam, Chlordiazepoxide, Clonazepam

low potential for abuse/dependence

providers must sign prescription, refill up to 5 times in 6 months, staff can refill over the phone

71
Q

Schedule 5

Controlled Substances for Abuse & Addiction

A

Diphenoxylate (atropine, pregabalin, lacosamide, opium/kaolin/pectin/belladonna), Antidiarrheal, Antitussive, Analgesic

contain limited quanities of some naracotics

providers must sign prescription, refill up to 5 times in 6 months, staff can refill over the phone

72
Q

Therapeutic Effect

A

Good Effects

ones providers prescribe them for

73
Q

Adverse Effects

A

Allergic Reaction

prevents further use of medications

74
Q

Indications

A

Problems the Provider Prescribes a Particular Medication for

75
Q

Contraindication

A

Symptom/Condition that makes particular treatment, medication inadvisable

even dangerous

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