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Medical Assistant Pharmacology and Medication Terminology  Flashcards

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A substance that prevents blood clotting.
PO
A drug used to reduce fever.
A medication used to relieve pain.
Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
Antipyretic
Analgesic
Anticoagulant
Per Os (by mouth); a route of administration orally.,
A type of steroid hormone used to reduce inflammation.
NSAID
Corticosteroid
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AnalgesicA medication used to relieve pain.
AntibioticA drug used to treat bacterial infections.
AnticoagulantA substance that prevents blood clotting.
AntidepressantA medication used to treat depression.
AntihypertensiveA medication used to lower blood pressure.
AntipyreticA drug used to reduce fever.
Beta-BlockerA medication that reduces blood pressure by blocking the effects of adrenaline.
BronchodilatorA medication that relaxes bronchial muscle resulting in expanded air passages.
BuccalA route of administration between the cheek and gum.
CorticosteroidA type of steroid hormone used to reduce inflammation.
DiureticA drug that increases the excretion of urine.
IMIntramuscular; a route of administration directly into a muscle.
IVIntravenous; a route of administration directly into a vein.
NSAIDNon-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
OTCOver-The-Counter; refers to medications available without a prescription.
POPer Os (by mouth); a route of administration orally.,
PRNPro Re Nata (as needed); used for medications given as needed.
StatImmediately; often used in urgent medication orders.,
SublingualA route of administration under the tongue.
TopicalA medication applied directly to the skin or mucous membranes.
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Antibiotic
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A drug used to treat bacterial infections.
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Topical
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A medication applied directly to the skin or mucous membranes.
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PRN
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Pro Re Nata (as needed); used for medications given as needed.
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Anticoagulant
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A substance that prevents blood clotting.
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Sublingual
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A route of administration under the tongue.
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NSAID
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Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
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Antihypertensive
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A medication used to lower blood pressure.
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OTC
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Over-The-Counter; refers to medications available without a prescription.
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Antidepressant
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A medication used to treat depression.
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Buccal
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A route of administration between the cheek and gum.
Front
Bronchodilator
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A medication that relaxes bronchial muscle resulting in expanded air passages.
Front
Beta-Blocker
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A medication that reduces blood pressure by blocking the effects of adrenaline.
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Analgesic
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A medication used to relieve pain.
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Antipyretic
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A drug used to reduce fever.
Front
Diuretic
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A drug that increases the excretion of urine.
Front
IV
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Intravenous; a route of administration directly into a vein.
Front
Corticosteroid
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A type of steroid hormone used to reduce inflammation.
Front
Stat
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Immediately; often used in urgent medication orders.,
Front
PO
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Per Os (by mouth); a route of administration orally.,
Front
IM
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Intramuscular; a route of administration directly into a muscle.
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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.
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