Drug Terminology
What are Adverse Reactions
Relieves Pain
What is analgesic
Also called trade name
What is Brand Name
Controlled substances should be stored in the same location as nonnarcotics
What is false
(Controlled Substances should be kept in a different location than the nonnarcotic drugs)
What is Schedule V (C-V)
Indicates necessary actions or special cares that need to be taken when patient is on medication
What is Precautions
Reduces nausea and vomiting
What is Antiemetic
Represents the drug's exact chemical formula
What is chemical name
Medications should be kept out of the exam rooms
What is true
Low potential for abuse
What is Schedule IV (C-IV)
This includes medications, foods, and beverages that interact with the medication
What are interactions
Reduces smooth muscle spasms
What is Anticholinergic
Assigned by the U.S. Adopted Names Council
What is Generic Name
Store medication however you decide is best
What is false
(You should ALWAYS refer to the package insert)
Moderate to low physical dependence or high psychological dependence
reasons or conditions that make administration of the drug improper or undesirable
What is Contraindications
Reduces the frequency and severity of seizures
What is Anticonvulsant
Used to list the medication in the United States Pharmacpiea and the National Formulary
What is Officai
Medications should be kept in a cool, dry location
(Should avoid Medications being exposed to light, heat, or moist areas)
High level of abuse; can lead to severe psychological or physical dependence
What is Schedule II (C-II)
Indicates recommended changes in dosages
Reduces uric acid in body
What is Antigout
How many names can a single drug have
What is four
Sample medication and Stock medications should be stored together
What is false
(Sample medications should be stored in a different location than stock medications)
Highest potential for abuse; drugs with no currently accepted medical use