NR 110 (Latest 2023 / 2024 ) Introduction to Pharmacology
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What is pharmacodynamics?:
Effects of the drugs on the body and how they act
What is pharmacokinetics?:
The movement of drugs within the body
What is a therapeutic reaction?:
The desired action and response. It may stimulate or inhibit cell function to achieve the desired response
What is indications?:
The approved uses or diseases for which the drug has proved effective
What are contraindications?:
Circumstances under which the drug usually should not be taken
What are side effects (expected)?:
Generally mild but unwanted actions even at the recommended dose Ex; antihistamines and narcotic 1 / 2
What are adverse or toxic effects?:
Tissue damage or may be life threatening. Chemotherapy, OTC such as naproxen sodium or ibuprofen, and other drugs may be removed from the market due to serious adverse effects
What is hypersensitivity or allergic reactions?:
Hives, short of breath, etc. The reaction can be mild or can lead to anaphylaxis
What is idiosyncratic or paradoxic?:
Unexpected or unusual response Sedative may cause increase excitability
What is iatrogenic?:
A bad reaction caused by a treatment. In this case an incorrectly administered medication. Sometimes iatrogenic reactions occur with extended use of a medication
What is teratogenic effects?:
Damage to fetus Especially vulnerable in the first 3 months
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