Pharmacology: Vocab Flashcards
Pharmacology
the science concerned with drugs, their sources, appearance, chemistry, actions and uses
Generic Drug Name
- name assigned by the company that developed the drug
- refers to the drug’s chemical structure
Trade or Proprietary Drug Name
- refers to the name given to generic drugs by manufacturers
- brand name
Tablet
powdered drug compressed or molded into disks
Capsule
powdered drug enclosed in a gelatin capsule
Solution
a drug dissolved in a liquid vehicle and does not settle out if left standing
Syrup
drug dissolved in an 85% sucrose solution
Elixir
drug dissolved in a sweetened alcohol base
Tincture
drug dissolved in an alcohol, meant for topical application
Suspension
drug particles suspended in a liquid vehicle and settle to the bottom in left standing
Liniment
- drug suspended in oil
- typically rubbed on the skin
Lotion
- drug suspended in oil
- typically dabbed, brushed, or dripped on the skin
Ointment
semi-solid drug form that melts at body temperature and penetrates the skin or ocular surface
Paste
semi-solid drug form that is administered orally
Injectable
drugs that are administered via a needle and syringe
Ampule
- airtight glass container opened by snapping off the glass neck
- contents are used all at once
Vial
- glass container sealed with a rubber stopper
- multiple doses
Extract
ground-up plant or animal parts that have been filtered, refined, and prepared in a medicinal (dosage) form
Compounding
any manipulation of a drug to produce a dosage form different from the approved product
Regimen
the amount, route, frequency, and duration of drug administration
Dosage
amount of drug given per unit of body weight
Dose
total amount of drug given at one time
Prescription Drug
a potentially toxic drug that can only be used under the supervision of a veterinarian
Prescription
orders prepared by a veterinarian providing information for a pharmacist (or technician) to prepare a drug for use by a client
