Term
the biochemically active component of a drug that exerts a desired therapeutic effect
Active Ingredient
Antiseptic
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
a drug that delivers approximately the same amount of active ingredient into a healthy volunteer’s bloodstream in the same amount of time as the innovator or brand-name drug
Bioequivalent
NDC (National Drug Code) number
a unique number assigned to any brand or generic drug product to identify the manufacturer, drug, and package size
What does prn mean?
as needed
An unexpected or negative consequence from taking a particular drug.
ADR (Adverse Drug Reaction)
Antiviral drug
a drug that kills viruses, such as HIV
a medicinal substance or remedy used to change the way a living organism functions; also called a medication
Drug
Pharmacodynamics agent
a drug substance that alters body functions in a desired way
what does OTC mean?
over the counter
part of the immune system that neutralizes antigens or foreign substances in the body
Antibodies
Aseptic technique
The manipulation of sterile products and devices to avoid contamination by disease-causing organisms; includes clean room protocols and hand-washing and gowning procedures.
bodily processes to protect against disease
Immunity
Pharmacogenomics
a field of study that examines the relationship between an individual’s genes and his or her
what does q.t. mean?
quantity
a foreign substance or toxin introduced into the body that stimulates an immune response
Antigen
Bacterial agent
a drug that kills bacteria
a document that explains, in easily understandable terms, the purpose and risks of the research that someone volunteers for to take part in.
Informed consent form
Prophylactic agents
drugs used to prevent disease, such as aspirin, to prevent heart attacks
what does RX mean?
prescription
a cancer-fighting drug
Antineoplastic drug
Bioavailability
the time it takes for a generic drug to reach the bloodstream after administration
an inactive chemical - such as a filler, preservative, coloring, or flavoring - added to one or more a
Inert ingredient
Psychopharmaceutical drug
used to treat mental health diseases, such as depression
what does qw mean?