Unit 7 Drug Sources, Schedules, and Dosages

Abuse

The excessive or improper use of a substance, person, or animal.

Addiction

The physical or psychological dependency on a substance.

Administer

To give.

Bioassay

The process of determining the strength and quality of a drug by testing it on an animal or on an isolated organ.

Biologics

A term used more restrictively for a class of medications (either approved or in development) that are produced by means of biological processes involving recombinant DNA technology. Biologics include a wide range of medicinal products such as vaccines, blood and blood components, and recombinant therapeutic proteins.

Biotechnology

The biological and engineering study of the relationship between human beings and machines.

Controlled Substance

A drug that has the potential for addiction and abuse.

Dispense

To prepare and give out.

Genetic Engineering

The synthesis, alteration, or repair of genetic material through the application of engineering principles.

Narcotic

Producing sleep or stupor. A narcotic drug is one that depresses the central nervous system and, in moderate dosage, relieves pain and produces sleep. Most narcotics are habit forming.

Practitioner

One who has met the professional and legal requirements of a certain occupation or profession.

Prescribe

To order or recommend the use of a drug, diet, or other form of therapy.

United States Pharmacopoeia- National Formulary

Authorized publication on containing formulas and information that provides a standard for preparation and dispensation of drugs.