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Medical Assistant Pharmacology and Medication Terminology Flashcards
IM
Over-The-Counter; refers to medications available without a prescription.
Antipyretic
Per Os (by mouth); a route of administration orally.,
A drug used to reduce fever.
Sublingual
A route of administration under the tongue.
PO
Antihypertensive
A medication used to lower blood pressure.
OTC
Intramuscular; a route of administration directly into a muscle.
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| Analgesic | A medication used to relieve pain. |
| Antibiotic | A drug used to treat bacterial infections. |
| Anticoagulant | A substance that prevents blood clotting. |
| Antidepressant | A medication used to treat depression. |
| Antihypertensive | A medication used to lower blood pressure. |
| Antipyretic | A drug used to reduce fever. |
| Beta-Blocker | A medication that reduces blood pressure by blocking the effects of adrenaline. |
| Bronchodilator | A medication that relaxes bronchial muscle resulting in expanded air passages. |
| Buccal | A route of administration between the cheek and gum. |
| Corticosteroid | A type of steroid hormone used to reduce inflammation. |
| Diuretic | A drug that increases the excretion of urine. |
| IM | Intramuscular; a route of administration directly into a muscle. |
| IV | Intravenous; a route of administration directly into a vein. |
| NSAID | Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug |
| OTC | Over-The-Counter; refers to medications available without a prescription. |
| PO | Per Os (by mouth); a route of administration orally., |
| PRN | Pro Re Nata (as needed); used for medications given as needed. |
| Stat | Immediately; often used in urgent medication orders., |
| Sublingual | A route of administration under the tongue. |
| Topical | A medication applied directly to the skin or mucous membranes. |
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Bronchodilator
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A medication that relaxes bronchial muscle resulting in expanded air passages.
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Diuretic
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A drug that increases the excretion of urine.
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Antihypertensive
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A medication used to lower blood pressure.
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Analgesic
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A medication used to relieve pain.
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Sublingual
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A route of administration under the tongue.
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Beta-Blocker
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A medication that reduces blood pressure by blocking the effects of adrenaline.
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PRN
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Pro Re Nata (as needed); used for medications given as needed.
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Corticosteroid
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A type of steroid hormone used to reduce inflammation.
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Stat
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Immediately; often used in urgent medication orders.,
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Antipyretic
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A drug used to reduce fever.
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IM
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Intramuscular; a route of administration directly into a muscle.
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OTC
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Over-The-Counter; refers to medications available without a prescription.
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Antibiotic
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A drug used to treat bacterial infections.
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Antidepressant
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A medication used to treat depression.
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NSAID
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Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
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Buccal
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A route of administration between the cheek and gum.
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IV
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Intravenous; a route of administration directly into a vein.
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PO
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Per Os (by mouth); a route of administration orally.,
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Anticoagulant
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A substance that prevents blood clotting.
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Topical
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A medication applied directly to the skin or mucous membranes.
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Flashcards covering essential pharmacology and medication terms for medical assistants. Includes key drug categories, routes of administration, and common medical abbreviations. Designed to help you quickly learn and retain important concepts like beta-blockers, corticosteroids, antibiotics, and more. Perfect for study, exam prep, or on-the-job reference. Stay confident with essential medication knowledge at your fingertips.