Terminologies in Introduction to Pharmacology Flashcards
ABSORPTION
In pharmacokinetics, this process is the transmission of medications from the location of administration to the bloodstream
PRODRUG
It is the compound that is metabolized into an active pharmacologic substance.
PHARMACODYNAMICS
The study of a drug’s molecular, biochemical, and physiologic effects or actions on the body.
CHEMICAL NAME
A scientific name based on the compound’s chemical structure
HALF TIME
The time it takes for the amount of drug in the body to be reduced by half.
GENERIC NAME
It is the official, nonproprietary name, not owned by any company and universally accepted
DRUG
Any chemical that can affect t\living process.
OTC
Over the counter
PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS
The use of drugs to diagnose, prevent or treat disease
PRN
stands for pro re nata, a Latin phrase meaning as needed
BIOAVAILABILITY
Refers to the percentage of administered drug available for activity
PHARMACOKINETICS
Study of the movement of the drug throughout the body
MAINTENANCE
Dose needed to maintain drug concentration at a steady state, consistent dosing and interval
EXCRETION
Elimination of drugs from the body. Mainly through the kidneys but may also be through bile, lungs, saliva, sweat and breastmilk
SINGLE PRESCRIPTION
One time prescription