Define
Active ingredient
the biochemically active component of the drug that exerts a desired therapeutic effect
a substance that kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms on the outside of the body to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction
Antiseptic
Destructive agents
a drug that kills bacteria, fungi, viruses, or even normal or cancer cells
a document that states, in easily understandable terms, the purpose and risks of the drug research that someone volunteers to take part in
Informed consent form-
q.
every; per
ADR (adverse drug reaction)
an unexpected negative consequence from taking a particular drug
a drug that kills viruses, such as HIV
anti-viral drug
Diagnostic agents
a drug that helps a provider determine the correct diagnosis, such as one containing tracer radioactive isotopes or dyes used to help visualize problems
a drug used to prevent disease, such as aspirin to prevent heart attacks
Prophylactic agents
s.
without
Antibodies
the part of the immune system that neutralizes antigens or foreign substances in the body
the manipulation of sterile products and devices to avoid contamination by disease-causing organisms; includes clean room protocols and hand-washing and gowning procedures
aseptic technique
Federal Trade Commission
a federal agency created to protect the consumer from deceptive advertising, as with dietary supplements
a drug created artificially in the laboratory but in imitation of a naturally occurring drug
Synthesized drug
SL
sublingually; under the tongue
Antigen
a foreign substance or toxin introduced into the body that stimulates an immune response
a drug that kills bacteria
Bactericidal drugs
Inert ingredients
an inactive chemical- such as a filler, preservative, coloring, or flavoring- that is added to one or more active ingredients to improve drug formulations while causing little or no physiological effect; also called an inactive ingredient
the process of using DNA biotechnology to create a variety of drugs or biological products
Genetically engineered
SSRI
selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
Antineoplastic drugs
a cancer-fighting drug
the time it takes for a generic drug to reach the bloodstream after administration
bioavailability
Semisynthetic drugs
a drug that contains both natural and synthetic components
a drug substance that alters body function in a desired way
Pharmacodynamics agent
troch.
lozenge