Pharmacology Med Terms

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Pharmac/o

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Root word meaning 'drug' in pharmacology.

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-purit

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Suffix indicating 'itching' or 'pruritus'.

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Hypnotic

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A drug that promotes sleep or a trance-like state.

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hs

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Abbreviation meaning 'at bedtime'.

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Ad lib

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Latin term meaning 'freely, as desired'.

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Pharmacy

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The science and practice of preparing and dispensing medications.

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Anesthesia

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A state of controlled, temporary loss of sensation or awareness.

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Antipruritic

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A drug used to relieve itching.

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NSAID

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Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, used to reduce inflammation and pain.

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Pharmacodynamics

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The study of the effects of drugs on the body.