lesson 1

science dealing with interactions between living systems and
molecules, especially chemicals introduced from outside the system

any small molecule that when introduced into the body , alters the
body’s function by interaction at the molecular level

naming of drugs

chemical composition of the active and or main ingredients
of the drug mainly used for manufacturing and research

non specific, collective term or that pertaining to a class or
general group- shortened official name given to the active chemical ingredient
contained in a particular drug product.

is given to the drug by the particular manufacturer, marketing
tool

Prescription drugs
Law prohibits dispensing without a prescription.
Radiopaque contrast agents and other medications administered in the
radiology department

legal prescription PDDDRDP

solid dosage form (tablets) CSFEMCEB

solid dosage forms (capsules)

solid dosage forms (troches)

solid dosage forms (suppositories or inserts)

solid dosage forms

liquid dosage forms

a homogenous mixture of solid, liquid, or gas dissolved in another liquid. the drug is dispersed in the vehicle.

a dosage form consisting of two immiscible liquids. one liquid appears as globules uniformly dispersed throughout the other liquid. generally, an emulsifying agent is required to maintain globular stability.

a solid medication dispersed throughout a liquid medium. a suspending agent is generally added to help maintain uniform dispersion. it requires agitation before administration.

parental dosage forms

fat layer, 45 degrees

from the skin, 0 degree

spine, epidural

fluid area, eg abdomen

90 degrees muscle

vein 30-45 degrees

artery/ acidosis alkalosis