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Portage U Pharmacology Module 2 FlashCards
What is Guaifenisin? - correct answer-Expectorant to treat chest congestion and
non-productive coughs.
What is Dextromethorphan? - correct answer-Antitussive used to treat dry coughs.
What is Chlorpheniramine? - correct answer-Antihistamine used to treat sneezing and runny
nose. contraindicated under some condition because of its sedative effect.
What is Phenlyephrine? - correct answer-Nasal decongestant for nasal congestion.
Constrictricts blood flow to nasal capillaries, contraindicated for people with high blood
pressure.
What is the FDA 1972 OTC Drug Review? - correct answer-Official beginning of FDC review
of OTC drugs and their safety and effectiveness. Furthermore this initial review lead to drug
labeling standards.
What is the criteria for over the counter use? - correct answer-Indications for use:
Consumer must be able to diagnose the condition, and monitor the effectiveness of the drug.
Safety Profile
Drugs must have:
Favorable adverse event profile
limited interactions with other drugs, low potential for abuse, and a high therapeutic range so
that relatively high concentrations of the drug wont cause a toxic effect.
Practicality for OTC use, aka easy to use and easy to monitor.
What things can be found on a drug label? - correct answer-Active ingredient and its
purpose
The drug's recommended uses
Warning such as contraindications if comorbidities are present and common side effects
Directions on safe use
Other information such as storage directions
How long should a patient take an OTC medication at a maximum? - correct answer-7- 10
days
What are the two types of histamine receptors in the body? What parts of the body do they
act upon? - correct answer-There are H1 and H2 receptors. H1 receptors act on smooth
muscle contractions and the dilation of capillaries. H2 receptors play role on gastric acid
secretion.
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