Pharmacology

includes tablets, gel capsules and coated tablets

Drug displays on a liquid and will not settle if left sitting. Ex. Syrups and elixirs

A drug that is suspended and not dissolved in the liquid, the particles will settle and must be shaken before administered

Agent composed of prepared animal/plant parts rather than manufactured chemicals

Drugs that are liquid at room temperature and applied to the surface of the skin. Ex. Includes liniments and lotions

Semisolid at room temperature and applied on skin

Uses a needle/syringe to administer

Intravenous: into the vein Fastest route to administer medicine

Intramuscular: into the muscle

Intradermal: applied through the skin

Subcutaneous: Below the skin

By mouth Slowest route to administer medicine

Inhalation Administered by aerosols, mists or gasses for respiratory absorbtion

Induces vomiting

Relieves vomiting

Lessens diarrhea

Loosens stools, increases bowel motility

Counteracts stomach acids

Increases urine productions

Kill/inhibits production of bacteria

Reduces inflammation

Relieves pain, raises pain threshold

Numbs, decreases pain sensation

Excited functional activity of organ