Pharmacology Flashcards
Solids
includes tablets, gel capsules and coated tablets
Solutions
Drug displays on a liquid and will not settle if left sitting. Ex. Syrups and elixirs
Suspension
A drug that is suspended and not dissolved in the liquid, the particles will settle and must be shaken before administered
Extract
Agent composed of prepared animal/plant parts rather than manufactured chemicals
Topical
Drugs that are liquid at room temperature and applied to the surface of the skin. Ex. Includes liniments and lotions
Semisolids
Semisolid at room temperature and applied on skin
Injectable
Uses a needle/syringe to administer
IV
Intravenous: into the vein
Fastest route to administer medicine
IM
Intramuscular: into the muscle
ID
Intradermal: applied through the skin
Sub-Q; SQ; SC
Subcutaneous: Below the skin
PO
By mouth
Slowest route to administer medicine
IN
Inhalation
Administered by aerosols, mists or gasses for respiratory absorbtion
Emetics
Induces vomiting
Antiemetics
Relieves vomiting
Antidiarrheal Agents
Lessens diarrhea
Cathartics
Loosens stools, increases bowel motility
Antacids
Counteracts stomach acids
Diuretics
Increases urine productions
Antibiotics
Kill/inhibits production of bacteria
Anti-inflammatories
Reduces inflammation
Analgesics
Relieves pain, raises pain threshold
Anesthetics
Numbs, decreases pain sensation
Stimulants
Excited functional activity of organ
Tranquilizers
Sedates/Quiets patients
