Community Pharmacy Prescriptions (copy)

What is the arabic number for: iii

three

What is the arabic number for: i

one

What is the arabic number for: ii

two

What is the meaning of the abbreviation ss?

one-half

What is the meaning of the abbreviation po?

by mouth

What is the meaning of the abbreviation SL?

sublingual

What is the meaning of the abbreviation IM?

intramuscular

What is the meaning of the abbreviation IV?

intravenous

What is the meaning of the abbreviation pv?

vaginally

What is the meaning of the abbreviation qpm?

every evening

What is the meaning of the abbreviation qam?

every morning

What is the meaning of the abbreviation aaa?

apply to affected area

What is the meaning of the abbreviation x 10 d?

repeat for 10 days

What are the arabic number for: iv to v?

four to five

What is the meaning of the abbreviation gtts?

drops

What is the meaning of the abbreviation q?

every

What are Lozenges / Troches?

A tablet to be dissolved in the mouth; release medication slowly; local action in the mouth and or throat; similar to hard candy; or flat with a chalky consistency.

What are Excipients?

Inactive substances used as a carrier for the active ingredients of a medication

What is the meaning of the abbreviation ac?

before meals (Latin, ante cibum)

What is the meaning of the abbreviation pc?

after meals (Latin, post cibum)

What is the meaning of the abbreviation hs?

at bedtime (hora somni); write out so as not to confuse with hs (half strength)

What is the meaning of the abbreviation prn?

as needed (pro re nata)

What is the meaning of the abbreviation qh?

every hour (quaque hora)

What is the meaning of the abbreviation bid?

two times a day

What is the meaning of the abbreviation tid?

three times a day

What is the meaning of the abbreviation qid?

four times a day

What are over the counter drugs?

Drugs that are approved for purchase without a prescription.

What are behind the counter drugs?

Nonprescription drugs that are kept behind the pharmacy counter; Precursor to methamphetamines; Limited amounts may be sold.

What are legend drugs?

Medications that are not legally available without a prescription from a prescriber; also called prescription drugs

What are dosage forms taken by mouth?

Tablet; Capsule; Solution; Syrup; Suspension; Powder; Elixir; Tincture; Troche;

Where is sublingual tablet placed?

Under the Tongue

Where is buccal tablet placed?

Between gum and teeth;

What is the meaning of the abbreviation pr?

by rectum

What are examples of topical Agents?

Ointment; Cream; Paste; Powder; Spray; Solution; Lotion; Patch; Disk;

What is parenteral?

Administration of a drug "outside of intestine" or "side of intestine"; Advantages include speed of dosage and completeness of dosing.

What is the meaning of the abbreviations IV?

Intravenous; Into the veins

What is the meaning of the abbreviations IM?

Intramuscular; Into the muscles

What is the meaning of the abbreviation SUBCUT?

Subcutaneous; Under the skin

How are ophthalmic medications administered?

Instill drops into eye(s); Must be Sterile;

How are otic medications administered?

Instill drops into ear(s); not necessarily sterile;

How are intradermal drugs delivered?

Spray into nostril(s)

The verb instill is used for which route of administration?

Instruction for eye and ear preparation

What is the meaning of the abbreviations INH?

Inhalation; Push drug into the lungs or releases medications as patient takes a deep breath;

How long does it take for an intravenous drug to have the desired effect?

Within a minute.

What is the meaning of the abbreviations PV?

by vagina;

What are fillers used for?

Inert substances that fill space or cover tablet.

What is the purpose of scoring on a tablet?

Allow dosage to be cut in half if needed

Who might prefer a chewable tablet as a dosage form?

For people who have difficulty swallowing tablets; For children who are unable to swallow large tablets.

Why is a tablet enteric coated?

Protect drug through the acidic environment of the stomach, until it reaches the more alkaline intestine; delay release of drug as to not irritate the stomach;

What is the meaning of the abbreviation ODT?

Orally Disintegrating Tablet; Dissolve in mouth without water; For people who have difficulty swallowing medication

What is a capsule?

Gelatin container; Hard shell composed of sugar, gelatin and water; Soft hold medications in a liquid form; typically symmetrical

What is an AeroChamber, also called a spacer?

Used with an inhaler, it is chamber that holds medication until each puff can be inhaled; Allows patient to take a breath of medication without worry of poor timing and coordination;

What is an emulsions?

two or more immiscible liquids; one liquid is dispersed throughout the other; fairly unstable;

What is an emulsifier?

substance that stabilizes and emulsion; improves stability and dispersion

What is a suspension?

Small solid particles hanging in a solution;

How are oral suspensions different from injectable suspensions?

Oral suspensions need a "shake well" auxiliary label; But many injectable suspension are inactivated by vigorous shaking, be sure to follow manufacturer's directions.

What is a cream?

Topical applications; Part oil, part water with an emulsifier;

What is a lotion?

Topical applications; Thinner because they contain more water;

What is an ointment?

Topical applications; Greater amount of oil as compared to water.

What is a paste?

Topical Applications; contain more solids than liquids; Can absorb secretions;

What is a suppository?

Medication which can be inserted rectally, vaginally, or in the urethra; treat administrative site; treat systemically

What is a powder?

Topical application; reduce wetness in an area; spread over a large area

What is the meaning of the abbreviation IVPB?

Intravenous piggyback

What is the meaning of the abbreviations TOP?

Topical

In which ear are drops instilled givin the abbreviations AD?

right ear

In which ear are drops instilled givin the abbreviations AS?

left ear

In which ear are drops instilled givin the abbreviations AU?

each ear

What is the meaning of the abbreviation NEB?

nebulizer

In which eye are drops instilled given the abbreviations OD?

in right eye

In which eye are drops instilled given the abbreviations OS?

in left eye

In which eye are drops instilled given the abbreviations OU?

in both eyes

What is the meaning of the abbreviation BUC?

buccal (inside cheek)

What is the meaning of the abbreviation NAS?

intranasal

What is the meaning of the abbreviation cap?

Capsule

What is the meaning of the abbreviation lot?

Lotion

What is the meaning of the abbreviation loz?

Lozenge

What is the meaning of the abbreviation MDI?

Metered-Dose Inhaler

What is the meaning of the abbreviation supp?

Suppository

What is the meaning of the abbreviation susp?

Suspension

What is the meaning of the abbreviation syr?

Syrup

What is the meaning of the abbreviation tab?

Tablet

What is the meaning of the abbreviation ung?

ointment

What is the meaning of the abbreviation q4hr?

Every 4 hours

What is the meaning of the abbreviation q6hr?

Every 6 hours

What is the meaning of the abbreviation q8hr?

Every 8 hours

What is the meaning of the abbreviation Chew Tab?

Chewable Tablet

What is the meaning of the abbreviation Lot?

Lotion

What is the meaning of the abbreviation Loz?

Lozenge

What is the meaning of the abbreviation pdr?

Powder

What is the meaning of the abbreviation Sol?

Solution

What is the meaning of the abbreviation Supp?

Suppository

What is the meaning of the abbreviation Susp?

Suspension

What is the meaning of the abbreviation Syr?

Syrup

What is the meaning of the abbreviation Tab?

Tablet

How long does it take for a oral tablet to have the desired effect?

Over 30 minutes

What is the Superscription of a prescription?

Rx symbol

What is the inscription of a prescription?

the medication name and strength (may also include dosage form)

What is the subscription of a prescription?

The directions to the pharmacist on how to dispense.

What is the signatura of a prescription?

The directions to the patient on how to take the medication.

What is the meaning of the abbreviations signa or sig?

signatura