PHARMA
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What is pharmacology?
The science of drugs and their actions on biological systems.
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What is venipuncture?
Puncturing the veins to obtain blood or administer medication.
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What is phlebotomy?
The process of collecting blood, derived from Greek words "phlebo" (vein) and "tomy" (incision).
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What does pharmacokinetics study?
The movement and alteration of a drug in the body.
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What does pharmacodynamics study?
The effects and mechanisms of drugs on the body.
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What is a drug?
A chemical agent that produces biological responses and is used for diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of diseases.
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What are the three types of drug names?
Chemical Name, Generic Name, and Proprietary/Trade/Brand Name.
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What is the generic name of Dipyridamole?
Dipyridamole.
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Why is drug classification important?
It ensures safe and beneficial drug use by categorizing drugs based on their risks and effects.
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What is an essential medicine?
A drug that satisfies priority healthcare needs, saves lives, and is cost-effective.
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What is an orphan drug?
A drug developed for rare diseases with little commercial viability.
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What is the difference between local and systemic drug administration?
Local acts at the site of application, while systemic affects the whole body.
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What is an example of a topical drug?
Lotion, ointment, or spray.
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Why is oral drug administration common?
It is safe, convenient, and cost-effective but has a slower action.
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Why might rectal administration be used?
For patients with recurrent vomiting or unconsciousness.
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What is the advantage of intravenous (IV) administration?
Immediate drug effects as it directly enters the bloodstream.
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What is bioavailability?
The rate and extent of drug absorption from a dosage form.
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Where does most drug metabolism occur?
In the liver.
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What is drug excretion?
The process of eliminating drugs via urine, feces, sweat, or exhaled air.
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What is an example of a stimulant drug?
Amphetamines, which increase alertness and attention.
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What type of drug is Epinephrine?
Stimulant
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What is an example of a depressant drug?
Fluoxetine, which inhibits serotonin reuptake.
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inhibit the activity of immune cells
Prednisone
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What does an agonist drug do?
Activates receptors to mimic a natural substance.
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What does an antagonist drug do?
Blocks receptors to prevent a natural response.
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What is a cytotoxic drug used for?
Destroying cancer cells or parasites.
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What is drug intolerance?
A heightened sensitivity to a drug, also known as hypersusceptibility.
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What drugs should be avoided during menstruation?
Drastic purgatives that cause pelvic congestion.
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Why are drugs risky during pregnancy?
They may cause teratogenic effects leading to congenital abnormalities.
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How does body weight affect drug dosage?
Dosages are often calculated per kg of body weight.
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What is an adverse drug reaction (ADR)?
An unintended and harmful response to a drug at normal doses.
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What is an example of a side effect?
Dry mouth caused by atropine.
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What is an example of an allergic drug reaction?
Anaphylaxis, a severe life-threatening reaction.
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What is an idiosyncratic reaction?
A genetically determined, unpredictable drug response.
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What are the six rights of drug safety?
Right patient, right medication, right dose, right time, right route, right documentation.
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