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Chapter 2
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Pharmacology
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01/18/2012

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Term
pharmacokinetics
Definition
describes the processes of drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion
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parenteral admin.
Definition
route of admin that does not involve the gastrointestinal tract
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oral admin.
Definition
route of drug admin. by way of the mouth through swallowing
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intravenous (IV) injections
Definition
route of drug admin. drug is injected directly into a vein
Term
intramuscluar (IM) injection
Definition
route of drug admin., drug is injected into the deltoid or gluteal muscles
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half-life
Definition
time required for the body to reduve the amt. of drug in the plasma by one-half
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drug tolerance
Definition
decreased drug effect occurring after repeated use
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delayed release
Definition
provide delivery of drug for extended period of time
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enteric-coated
Definition
avoid upper GI tract irritation
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aquaeous prep.
Definition
syrups, water based meds
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alcohol preps.
Definition
elixirs,spirits, tinctures,
exp. Nyquil, cough meds
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transdermal
Definition
admin. of drug absorbed thru the skin via a patch
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inhalant
Definition
drug inhaled thru the nose into the respiratory sysem
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drug dependence
Definition
involves a combo of psychological and physical factors
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drug addiction
Definition
most severe states of drug dependency
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FDA pregnancy category A
Definition
no shown risks to fetus
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FDA pregnancy category B
Definition
animal studies show risk
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FDA pregnancy category C
Definition
some risk to fetus
(risk vs. benefits)
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FDA pregnancy category D
Definition
adverse effects to fetus
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FDA pregnancy category X
Definition
risks more than benefits
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FDA pregnancy category NR
Definition
drug not rated by FDA
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