Ways drugs enter the body
the most common way of taking a drug, where is travels to the stomach and small intestine, then is absorbed into the bloodstream
what is swallowing or - the Mouth
a substance (not food) that changes the way the body or mind functions
Drug
the medicine that fights specific illnesses and infections and can only be obtained from a prescription
drugs that can be purchased without a prescription
what is OTC
the ______ the dose, the ______ the effect
what is larger and greater
Drugs are snorted through the nose or mouth and are absorbed through the mucus membrane of the nasal passages
What is inhalation
written order from a licensed health professional
what is brand name
nutrients that are not part of food that may come in the form of a pills, capsule, liquid, or powder
What is dietary supplement
symptom or condition for which the OTC Drug should be used
what is indication
Drugs that are injected directly under the skin into a muscle or blood vessel.
What is injection
the amount of a drug taken at one time
a drug that contains the same active ingredients as a brand name drug
what is a generic drug
abbreviation of OTC
what is over the counter
use of a symptom or condition for which the OTC drug should not be used
What is contradiction
Drugs the enters the bloodstream through the skin or mucous membranes
what is absorption
incorrect use of a prescription or OTC drug
Drug Misuse
allied health professionals who dispense medications that are prescribed by physicians
Who are licensed pharmacists
Correct way to use legal drugs to promote health and well being
What is responsible drug use
the drug has lost its effectiveness if the if it taken after this
What is expiration date
Drugs that are placed under the skin where they are then released into the bloodstream
What is implantation
intentional use of a drug without medical or health reasons
Drug Abuse
a place where prescription drugs are legally dispensed
what is a pharmacy
chemicals that are from plants that contain nutrients and are taken in addition to our in place of foods in ones diet
what is a herbal supplement
Do not purchase or use the OTC drug if this is broken
What is the tamper-resistant seal