Pharmacology Flashcards
1
Q
Pharmacodynamics
A
Reactions between medications and humans. Pharmacologic, biochemical, physiologic, and therapeutic effects .
2
Q
Pharmacokinetics
A
Metabolism and MOA.
Adsorption, Distribution(duration), Metabolism(biotransformation), Excretion.
3
Q
Synergism
A
The total effects are greater than the sum of the independent drugs.
1+1=5
4
Q
Summation
A
The response produced is different than the response from the individual drugs
1+1=B
5
Q
Factor Affects Absorption
A
Surface Area, Medication Concentration, Environmental pH
6
Q
Route of administration
A
Percutaneous: Through the skin
Enteral: Absorbed through the GI tract
Parenteral: Any route other than GT tract. *This may include skin
