Terminology/rx
abbreviation used on prescriptions for four times a day
q.i.d.
disease reaction that involves the aggregation of antibodies and antigens
what is immune-complex disease?
In the autonomic nervous system (ANS), the target organ is innervated by
what is postganglionic efferent?
major adverse effect of ibuprofen
what is GI upset?
the most commonly used opioid in dentistry
what is codeine?
regulates the trade practices of drug companies and prohibits false advertising of foods, nonprescription drugs, and cosmetics
what is federal trade commission (FTC)
delayed-type hypersensitivity and is mediated by sensitized T lymphocytes and macrophages
what is type type 4 sensitivity
anatomy of what system contains long preganglionic nerves and short postganglionic nerves
what is PANS?
mechanism of action for ibuprofen and most NSAIDs
what is inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis?
the only mixed opioid available for oral use
what is pentazocine?
On a prescription, the directions to the patient are preceded by
what is sig.
genetically related abnormal response
what is idiosyncratic reaction?
Agents such as albuterol (Proventil, Ventolin) cause bronchodilation by binding to
what is beta 2 (B2) receptors?
children are most likely to experience the most cases of accidental overdose with
what is acetaminophen(Tylenol)?
opioid analgesic is most likely to produce dysphoria
what is pentazocine?
process by which a substance is transported against a concentration gradient
what is active transport
dose form used for local effect
what is ophthalmic ointment/eye drops?
neurotransmitter of the post-ganglionic nerve of the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system.
what is norepinephrine?
Acetaminophen does not possess what clinical effect
what is anti-inflammatory?
Children should not receive codeine after a tonsillectomy due to an increased risk for
what is respiratory depression?
processes in the kidney can result in retention of a drug in the body
what is passive tubular diffusion?
least likely to be a true allergic reaction
what is dyspepsia/indigestion?
category of drug propranolol
what is non-selective b-adrenergic blocking agent?
ability of aspirin to reduce fever results from its inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis in the
what is hypothalamus?
laws making naloxone available to first responders, family members, and close friends of persons taking or abusing opioids
what is naloxone access laws?