Patient Care - Pharmacology - Osseous System Flashcards
What is the function of central-acting skeletal muscle relaxants?
Reduction of muscle tension through CNS contral
Which of the following is a central-acting muscle relaxant?
a. Botox
b. Dantrolene
c. Baclofen
d. Ryanodex
c. Baclofen
What is the function of peripheral-acting muscle relaxants?
Reduction of muscle tension through direct action on muscle fibers.
Which of the following is a peripheral-acting muscle relaxant?
a. Botox
b. Tizanidine
c. Baclofen
d. Methocarbamol
a. Botox
What is the function of NSAIDS (3)?
- Pain relief
- Fever reduction
- Reduction of inflammation
How do NSAIDS work?
NSAIDS block production of prostaglandins
Is Naprosyn an example of an NSAID?
Yes, Naprosyn is an NSAID
Which is the name designated by the Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act?
The official name.
What is the USP drug classification?
An independent classification system for support outside of Medicare
Why are generic drugs typically less expensive than trade name drugs?
There is no expense to develop and market generic drugs
Are generic drugs copies of trade-name drugs?
Yes. The dosage, intended uses, effects, side effects, rate of administration, risks, safety and strength are identical to the same trade-name drug.
Which drug name is based on the drug’s chemical structure?
Chemical drug name.
T/F The chemical drug name is commonly used clinically and for marketing
False
How is the strength of a drug defined?
By the amount of the active ingredient
How is the strength of a drug quantified?
In mg, mcg, or grams
