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TERMINOLOGY
TERMINOLOGY
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Pharmacology
Professional
05/07/2013

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POTENTIATION
Definition
A synergistic effect, in which the effect of two drugs given simultaneously, is greater than the effect of either drug given separately.
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SYNDROME
Definition
A complex set of signs and symptoms occurring together and characterizing a particular abnormality, disease or disorder.
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SIDE EFFECT
Definition
An often undesirable pharmacological effect of a drug produced when therapeutic doses of a drug are administered.
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DISEASE
Definition
A disorder with recognizable signs and symptoms that result from infection, improper diet or other cause.
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SYMPTOM
Definition
Any evidence of disease or condition subjectively identified by the patient.
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INDICATION
Definition
A reason to prescribe a drug
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CHEMOTHERAPEUTIC
Definition
Drugs or chemical entities used to treat cancers. The substances work to interfere with the growth of cancer cells, but can also affect normal cells.
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COMPOUNDING/MIXING
Definition
To produce or create by combining ingredients together into one mass or mixture.
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MORTAR & PESTLE
Definition
Bowl-shaped containers used in combination with an instrument with a handle and rounded head.
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VEHICLE
Definition
An agent used to carry a drug.
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MENISCUS
Definition
The concave or crescent-shaped surface of a liquid that bulges downward.
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EXTEMPORANEOUS COMPOUNDING
Definition
A compounded prescription prepared as required for a specific patient.
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BEAKERS/GRADUATES
Definition
A vessel suitably marked for measuring the volume of liquids.
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RECONSTITUTING
Definition
The addition of liquid to dissolve a powdered drug.
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TRITURATION
Definition
To rub, grind, crush or pound
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LEVIGATION
Definition
The addition of a non-solvent liquid to a powder to form a paste prior to adding the powder into a cream or ointment base.
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BALANCES/SCALES
Definition
A weighing instrument or device bearing marks of measurement.
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CALIBRATE
Definition
To check or adjust the graduations of measuring instrument. (balances & scales).
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OS or OSAD
Definition
Quantity sufficient/Quantity sufficient to make
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DILUTE
Definition
To thin or reduce the concentration of potency.
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ASSIGNED LOT NUMBER
Definition
The number assigned to a compound item
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