Pharmaceutical Terms and Uses

Flashcards covering key pharmaceutical terms, their classifications, and primary purposes.

Prescription

A formal communication from a qualified healthcare provider authorizing the dispensing of medication.

Controlled Substance

A drug that is regulated by law due to its potential for abuse or addiction.

OTC

Over-the-counter; refers to medications available for purchase without a prescription.

Amantadine Hydrochloride

A medication used to treat dyskinesia in Parkinson's disease and movement disorders.

Amlodipine

A medication used to treat hypertension and angina.

Budesonide-formoterol

An inhaler used primarily to manage asthma and COPD.

Escitalopram oxalate

An antidepressant used for treating major depressive disorder.

Heparin Sodium

An anticoagulant used to prevent and treat blood clots.

Hydrochlorothiazide

A diuretic used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention.

Ipratropium

An inhaler used to relieve bronchospasm in COPD.

Insulin Glargine

A long-acting insulin used to control blood sugar levels in diabetes.

Lantus SoloStar

A device for delivering insulin glargine.

Metoprolol

A beta-blocker used for treating high blood pressure and certain heart conditions.

Sertraline

An antidepressant used for depression and anxiety disorders.

Zyrtec®

An antihistamine used to treat allergy symptoms.

Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol)

A vitamin important for calcium absorption and bone health.

Docusate sodium

A stool softener used to treat constipation.

Trazodone

An antidepressant often used off-label as a sleep aid.

Rosuvastatin

A medication used to lower cholesterol and reduce cardiovascular risk.