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Albuterol (medication)

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Bronchodilator

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Amlodipine besylate (medication)

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Antihypertensive, calcium channel blocker

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Amoxicillin (medication)

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Antibiotic

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Aripiprazole (medication)

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Antipsychotic

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Atorvastatin (medication)

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Antilipemic, statin

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Azithromycin (medication)

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Antibiotic

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Celecoxib (medication)

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Anti-inflammatory

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Cephalexin (medication)

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Antibiotic

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Clopidogrel (medication)

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Anti-platelet agent

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Donepezil (medication)

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Anti-Alzheimer’s

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Duloxetine (medication)

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Anti-depressant

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Enoxaparin (medication)

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Anticoagulant

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Escitalopram (medication)

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Anti-depressant

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Esomeprazole (medication)

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Anti-ulcer agent, proton-pump inhibitor

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Fenofibrate (medication)

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Anti-lipemic

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Fluticasone/salmeterol (medication)

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Anti-asthma, glucocorticoid, bronchodilator (Flonase)

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Furosemide (medication)

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Diuretic (Lasik)

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Gabapentin (medication)

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Anticonvulsant

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Hydrochlorothiazide (medication)

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Diuretic

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Hyrdrocodone/Acetaminophen (medication)

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Opioid (narcotic) analgesic

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Insulin (medication)

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Hypoglycemic

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Levofloxacin (medication)

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Thyroid hormone

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Lisinopril (medication)

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Anti-hypertensive, ACE inhibitor

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Losartan (medication)

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Anti-hypertensive

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Memantine (medication)
Anti-Alzheimer's
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Metformin (medication)
Hypoglycemic
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Methylphenidate (medication)
Central nervous system stimulant
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Metoprolol succinate (medication)
Anti-hypertensive, beta blocker
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Montelukast (medication)
Bronchodilator (singulair)
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Olanzapine (medication)
Anti-psychotic
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Omeprazole (medication)
Anti-ulcer agent, proton-pump inhibitor
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Oxycodone (medication)
Opioid (narcotic) analgesic
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Pioglitazone (medication)
Hypoglycemic
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Pravastatin (medication)
Anti-lipemic, statin
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Prednisone (medication)
Glucocorticoid (steroid)
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Pregabalin (medication)
Anti-convulsant
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Quetiapine (medication)
Anti-psychotic
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Rosuvastatin (medication)
Anti-lipemic, statin
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Sildenafil (medication)
Erectile dysfunction
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Simvastatin (medication)
Anti-lipemic, statin
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Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (medication)
Antibiotic
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Tramadol (medication)
Analgesic
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Valsartan (medication)
Anti-hypertensive
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Warfarin (medication)
Anti-coagulant
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Zolpidem (medication)
Sedative-hypnotic (sleep)
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Amp (dosage form ABBR)
Ampule
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Cr (dosage form ABBR)
Cream
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Liq (dosage form ABBR)
Liquid
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Sup (dosage form ABBR)
Suppository
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Tab (dosage form ABBR)
Tablet
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Cap (dosage form ABBR)
Capsule
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Elix (dosage form ABBR)
Elixir
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Lot (dosage form ABBR)
Lotion
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Syr (dosage form ABBR)
Syrup
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Ung (dosage form ABBR)
Ointment
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C (measurement ABBR)
Cup, Celsius
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ds (measurement ABBR)
Double strength
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g, gm (measurement ABBR)
Gram
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gr (measurement ABBR)
Grain
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gtt (measurement ABBR)
Drop
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kg (measurement ABBR)
Kilogram
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L (measurement ABBR)
Liter
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lb (measurement ABBR)
Pound
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mcg (measurement ABBR)
Microgram
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mEq (measurement ABBR)
Milliequivalent
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mg (measurement ABBR)
Milligram(s)
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mg/dL (measurement ABBR)
Milligrams per deciliter
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oz (measurement ABBR)
Ounce
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qt (measurement ABBR)
Quart
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Tbsp (measurement ABBR)
Tablespoon
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Tsp (measurement ABBR)
Teaspoon
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ID (route of administration ABBR)
Intradermally
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IM (route of administration ABBR)
Intramuscular
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Inj (route of administration ABBR)
Injection
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IV (route of administration ABBR)
Intravenous
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PO (route of administration ABBR)
By mouth, orally
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PR (route of administration ABBR)
Rectally
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R, rec (route of administration ABBR)
Rectally
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Subcut (route of administration ABBR)
Subcutaneous
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Top (route of administration ABBR)
Topical
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A (frequency of administration)
Before
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ac (frequency of administration)
Before meals
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ad lib (frequency of administration)
As desired
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AM (frequency of administration)
Morning
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bid (frequency of administration)
Twice a day
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Noct (frequency of administration)
Night
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Ut dict (frequency of administration)
As directed
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Agit (ABBR)
Shake, stir
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aq (ABBR)
Water
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cmpd (ABBR)
Compound
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DAW (ABBR)
Dispense as written
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Dil (ABBR)
Dilute
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Disp (ABBR)
Dispense
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Eq (ABBR)
Equivalent
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Ext (ABBR)
Extract
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Fe (ABBR)
Iron
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Gen (ABBR)
Generic
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K (ABBR)
Potassium
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MDI (ABBR)
Metered-dose inhaler
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Med (ABBR)
Medicine
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MO (ABBR)
Mineral oil
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Neb (ABBR)
Nebulizer
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nr (ABBR)
No refills
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Per (ABBR)
By means of, through
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qs (ABBR)
Quality sufficient
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Rept (ABBR)
Repeat
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rf (ABBR)
Refills
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Sig (ABBR)
Write on the label
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Susp (ABBR)
Suspension
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Analgesics (Meds and uses)
Relieve pain: | Acetaminophen, Hydrocodone
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Antacids/Anti-ulcer (Meds and uses)
Neutralize stomach acid: | Esomeprazole, Calcium carbonate
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Antibiotics (Meds and uses)
Kill bacteria: | Amoxicillin, Ciprofloxacin
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Anti-cholinergics
Reduce bronchospasm: | Ipratropium, Dicyclomine
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Anti-coagulant
Delay blood clotting: | Warfarin, Enoxaparin, Heparin
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Anti-convulsant (Meds and uses)
Prevent/Control seizures: | Clonazepam (klonopin), Phenytoin, Gabapentin
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Anti-depressants (Meds and uses)
Relieve depression: | Doxepin, Fluoxetine, Duloxetine, Selegiline
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Anti-diarrheals (Meds and uses)
Reduce diarrhea: | Bismuth subsalicylate, Loperamide
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Anti-emetics (Meds and uses)
Reduce nausea/vomiting: | Metoclopramide, Ondansetron (zofran)
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Anti-fungals (Meds and uses)
Kill fungi: | Fluconazole, Nystatin, Miconazole
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Anti-histamines (Meds and uses)
Relieves allergies: | Diphenhydramine (benadryl), Cetirizine (zyrtec), Loratadine (claritin)
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Anti-hypertensives (Meds and uses)
Lower blood pressure: | Metoprolol, Lisinopril, Valsartan, Clonidine, Losartan
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Anti-inflammatories (Meds and uses)
Reduce inflammation: | Ibuprofen, Celecoxib, Naproxen
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Anti-lipemics (Meds and uses)
Lowers cholesterol: | Atorvastatin, Fenofibrate
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Anti-migraine agents (Meds and uses)
Relieve migraines: | Topiramate, Sumatriptan
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Anti-osteoporosis agent (Meds and uses)
Impove bone density: | Alendronate, Ibandronate, Calcitonin
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Anti-psychotics (Meds and uses)
Control psychotic symptoms: | Quetiapine, Haliperidol, Risperidone, Olanzapine
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Anti-pyretics (Meds and uses)
Reduce fever: | Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, Asprin
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Anti-spasmodics/muscle relaxants (Meds and uses)
Reduce/prevent muscle spasms: | Cyclobenzaprine, Methocarbamol
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Anti-tussives (Meds and uses)
Suppresses the cough reflex | Dextromethorphan, Codeine
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Anti-virals (Meds and uses)
Kill viruses: | Acyclovir, Interferon, Oseltamivir
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Anxiolytics/Anti-anxiety (Meds and uses)
Reduce anxiety: | Clonazepam (Klonopin), Diazepam (Valium), Lorazepam (Ativan)
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Bronchodilators (Meds and uses)
Relax airway muscles: | Albuterol, Isoproterenol, Theophylline
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Central nervous system stimulants (Meds and uses)
Reduce hyperactivity: | Methylphenidate, Modafinil
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Contraceptives (Meds and uses)
``` Prevent pregnancy: Medroxyprogesterone acetate (depo), Ethinyl estradiol (pill) ```
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Decongestants (Meds and uses)
Relieve nasal congestion: | Pseudoephedrine, Mometasone
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Diuretics (Meds and uses)
Eliminate excess fluid: | Furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide
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Hormone replacement (Meds and uses)
Stabilize hormone deficiencies: | Levothyroxine, Insulin, Desmopressin, Estrogen
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Laxatives/Stool softeners (Meds and uses)
Promote bowel movements: | Magnesium hydroxide, Bisacodyl
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Oral hypoglycemic (Meds and uses)
Reduce blood glucose: | Metformin, Acarbose, Glyburide
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Sedative-hypnotics (Meds and uses)
Induce sleep/relaxation: | Zolpidem, Temazepam, Eszopiclone
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15 drops (Household measurements)
Apothecary: 15 to 16 minims Metric: 1 mL
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1 teaspoon (household measurement)
Apothecary: 1 dram Metric: 5 mL
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1 tablespoon (household measurements)
Apothecary: 4 drams Metric: 15 mL
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1 fluid oz, 2 tbsp (household measurements)
Apothecary: 8 drams, 1 oz Metric: 30 mL
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1 cup (household measurements)
Apothecary: 8 oz Metric: 240 mL
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1 pint (household measurements)
Apothecary: 1 pint Metric: 480 mL
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1 quart (household measurements)
Apothecary: 1 quart Metric: 960 mL
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1 gallon (household measurements)
Apothecary: 1 gallon Metric: 3,830 mL
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2.2 pounds (household measurements)
Apothecary: 2.2 lbs Metric: 1 kilogram
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Aerosols (Forms of Meds and Route)
Inhalation
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Caplets (Forms of Meds and Route)
Oral
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Capsules (Forms of Meds and Route)
Oral
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Creams (Forms of Meds and Route)
Topical, vaginally, rectal
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Drops (Forms of Meds and Route)
Otic, Ophthalmic, Nasal
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Dry powder for inhalation (Forms of Meds and Route)
Inhalation
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Elixirs (Forms of Meds and Route)
Oral
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Emulsions (Forms of Meds and Route)
Oral
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Foams (Forms of Meds and Route)
Vaginal
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Gels (Forms of Meds and Route)
Oral, Topical, Rectal
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Injectable liquids (Forms of Meds and Route)
IV, IM, SubQ, ID
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Liniments (Forms of Meds and Route)
Topical | Used to protect dry/cracked skin, has more oil than regular lotion
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Lotions (Forms of Meds and Route)
Topical | Used to treat itching and to reduce inflammation
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Lozenges (Forms of Meds and Route)
Oral (cough drops)
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Mist (Forms of Meds and Route)
Inhalation, nasal
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Ointments (Forms of Meds and Route)
Topical, Ophthalmic, Otic, Vaginal, Rectum
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Patches (Forms of Meds and Route)
Topical (transdermal)
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Powders (Forms of Meds and Route)
Topical
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Powders for reconstitution (Forms of Meds and Route)
IV, IM, SubQ, ID
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Solid extracts, Fluid extracts (Forms of Meds and Route)
Oral
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Solutions (Forms of Meds and Route)
Oral, topical, vaginally, urethral, rectal (enemas)
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Sprays (Forms of Meds and Route)
Topical, nasal, inhalation, sublingual
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Steam (Forms of Meds and Route)
Inhalation
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Suppositories (Forms of Meds and Route)
Vaginally, rectal
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Suspensions (Forms of Meds and Route)
Oral
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Syrups (Forms of Meds and Route)
Oral
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Tablets (Forms of Meds and Route)
Oral, buccal, sublingual, vaginal
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Tinctures (Forms of Meds and Route)
Oral, topical
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Schedule I (medication schedules)
Includes substances with high potential for abuse and no approved medical use. (Heroin, LSD, Mescaline, Marijuana)
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Schedule II (medication schedules)
Includes substances with high potential for abuse/dependence. (Morphine, Methadone, Oxycodone, Hydromorphone, Hydrocodone, Fentanyl, Methamphetamine)
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Schedule III (medication schedules)
Includes substances with moderate/low potential for abuse/dependence. (Ketamine, Anabolic steroids, Testosterone)
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Schedule IV (medication schedules)
Includes substances with low potential for abuse/dependence. (Diazepam, Zolpidem, Eszopiclone, Alprazolam, Chlordiazepoxide, Clonazepam)
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Schedule V (medication schedules)
Includes substances that contain limited quantities of narcotic, often for antidiarrheal, antitussive. (Diphenoxylate w/ atropine, Pregabalin, Lacosamide)
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5 Rights of Medication Administration
``` The right patient The right medication The right dose The right route The right time ```
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Absorbtion
The body converts the medication into a form the body can use and move into the bloodstream
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Distribution
Transportation of Medication throughout the body. Blood stream carries medication to body tissues and organs.
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Metabolism
Changes active forms of Medication into harmless metabolites ready for excretion through urine or feces.
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Expectorants (meds and their uses)
Helps cough up mucous:
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Decongestant (meds and their uses)
Reduces nasal membrane swelling and congestion:
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You are teaching a patient about a cardiac event monitor. What instructions should you give?
- Wear the monitor for 30 days - Continue regular activities - Change electrodes daily - Record any symtoms the pt experiences

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