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Tablet

A solid dosage form of medication that can be swallowed.

Capsule

A solid dosage form consisting of a gelatin shell containing medication.

Solution

A liquid dosage form where the drug is dissolved in a liquid.

Suspension

A liquid dosage form containing solid particles dispersed in a liquid.

Cream

A semisolid dosage form used for topical application.

Ointment

A thick, greasy semisolid preparation used for skin applications.

Gel

A semisolid dosage form that has a jelly-like consistency.

Suppository

A semisolid dosage form designed to be inserted into a body cavity.

Scored Tablet

A tablet that has a line allowing for dose adjustments.

Unscored Tablet

A tablet without a dividing line; should not be split.

Enteric-Coated Tablet

A tablet designed to dissolve in the intestines instead of the stomach.

XR (Extended Release)

A formulation designed to release the drug over an extended period.

LA (Long Acting)

A formulation that provides prolonged effects of the drug.

CR (Controlled Release)

Formulation designed to release the drug at a controlled rate.

SR (Sustained Release)

A dosage form that releases the drug slowly over a prolonged time.

DR (Delayed Release)

Formulation that delays the release of the drug.

Absorption

The process by which a drug enters the bloodstream.

Distribution

The process by which a drug travels to various tissues and organs.

Metabolism

The process of breaking down a drug in the body, primarily in the liver.

Elimination

The process through which a drug is excreted from the body.

Intravenous (IV)

A method of administration that provides 100% bioavailability of a drug.

Excipients

Inactive substances used to aid the stability and absorption of drugs.

Analgesics

Drugs used for pain relief.

Antibiotics

Medications that fight bacterial infections.

Antihypertensives

Drugs that lower blood pressure.

Anticoagulants

Medications that prevent blood clots.

Antidepressants

Drugs that treat depression.

Drug Monograph

A detailed document providing comprehensive information about a drug.

Drug Facts and Comparisons

A key reference book containing comprehensive drug information.

Physician’s Desk Reference (PDR)

A reference book with FDA-approved drug labels.

Red Book

A resource for drug pricing and product information.

Orange Book

A reference for FDA-approved drugs with therapeutic equivalence.

Ident-A-Drug

A tool for identifying unknown medications by various characteristics.

Online Resources

Web-based tools providing up-to-date drug information and interactions.

Prescription Processing

The procedure of entering, counting, and labeling medications in pharmacy.

Pharmacy Technician Role

Responsibilities include managing inventory and assisting in prescription processing.

Customer Service

Providing assistance to patients under pharmacist supervision.

Key Reference Books

Essential literature for drug information, guidelines, and classifications.

Contraindications

Specific situations where a drug should not be used.

Side Effects

Unintended effects of a medication that may occur with its use.

Adverse Reactions

Serious, unintended reactions that can occur with medication use.

Storage and Handling

Guidelines for safely storing and managing drugs.

Bioavailability

The proportion of a drug that enters the circulation and is available for use.

Inactive Substances

Components in drug formulations that do not have therapeutic effects.

Therapeutic Equivalence

Drugs that are chemically identical and offer the same clinical effectiveness.

Medication Imprint

Identification markings on tablets and capsules for safety and verification.

Drug Interaction Checkers

Tools used to assess potential interactions between medications.

Dosage Forms

Various forms in which drugs are dispensed to promote proper administration.

Liquid Dosage Forms

Forms like solutions and suspensions that are liquid and administrated differently than solids.

Semisolid Dosage Forms

Forms that have a gel-like consistency, suitable for topical application.

Pharmacokinetics

The study of how a drug is absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and eliminated in the body.