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General Principles of PharmacologyDrug Names

Drug Categories

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Drug Names

Have several assigned to them Chemical name Generic name Trade name

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Chemical Name

Gives the exact chemical makeup of the drug

Not capitalized

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Generic Name

Name given before the drug becomes official May be used in all countries and all

manufacturers Not capitalized

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Trade Name

Name that is registered by the manufacturer and followed by the trademark symbol

Name can only be used by the manufacturer A drug may have several trade names,

depending on the number of manufacturers Is capitalized

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Drug Category

Prescription Nonprescription Controlled substance

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Prescription Drugs

Designated by the federal government as being harmful, unless their use is supervised by a licensed health care provider

Nurse practitioner, physician, or dentist Nurse monitors for harmful effects Largest drug category

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Rx

Name of the drug Dosage Route Times of administration Signature

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Nonprescription Drugs

OTCcolds, headaches, constipation, diarrhea, upset stomach

Safe when used as directed Potentially harmful Read the label

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Controlled Substance

High potential for abuse Physical dependency Psychological dependency

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Pregnancy

Both prescription and OTC can have teratogen effects

In general most drugs should be avoided in pregnancy unless benefits outweight risks

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