Pharmacy Technician Exam Review

These flashcards cover essential concepts, definitions, and regulatory requirements relevant to pharmacy technician training.

Pseudoephedrine

A decongestant that is available over-the-counter and can increase blood pressure.

Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act of 1970

Legislation that established the DEA and the scheduling of controlled substances.

Controlled Substances Act (CSA)

Regulates the manufacture and distribution of narcotics and other drugs that have potential for abuse.

DEA Form 222

A special form required to order Schedule II controlled substances.

HIPAA

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act; protects patient health information.

DAW Codes

Dispense As Written codes indicating the substitution rules for prescription medications.

Antihistamines

Medications used to treat allergies that often cause drowsiness.

Anabolic Steroids

Schedule III controlled substances used to promote muscle growth.

CMEA 2005

Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005 that regulates the sale of pseudoephedrine.

Black Box Warning

The FDA's strictest warning regarding the potential severe side effects of a medication.

iPLEDGE program

A risk management program for patients taking isotretinoin (Accutane) to prevent pregnancy.

Medication Therapy Management (MTM)

A service to optimize therapeutic outcomes for patients.

Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Documents that provide information on the properties of hazardous chemicals.

Beyond Use Date (BUD)

The date after which a compounded drug should not be administered.

ISO Standards

International Organization for Standardization standards for cleanroom environments.

Repackaging

The process of transferring medications from a bulk container to a unit-dose package.

Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS)

A system for reporting adverse events after vaccination.