NURS 2589 Chapter Notes - Chapter 26: Ibuprofen, Drug Interaction, Blood Sugar
10 Feb 2019
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Chapter 26 volume 1, pharmacology- science of drug effects, drug- chemical that interacts with a living organism and alters its activity, has multiple names, chemical name- exact description of the drug"s chemical structure and composition. Isobutylphenyl for propionic acid in ibuprofen: generic (nonpropietary) name- assigned my. Us adopted name council when the manufacturer is ready to market the drug: usually similar to chemical name but simpler, official name- generic name listed on publications, brand (trade/proprietary name) name- drug is sold as in stores. Easily recognized since it begins with a capital letter and has registration mark: diff manufacturers may give diff brand names for the same medication. But not a wide range of drugs: electronic and internet-based formularies, pharmacist, medication package inserts- found on the drug. You need to measure the dose each time a pt needs it. Cost effective: unit-dose system- locked cart with each pt meds.
