Pharmacology

What is the primary purpose of drugs in medicine?

• To enhance physical performance.

• To prevent or treat a condition or disease.

• To synthesize new chemical compounds.

• To study their absorption and metabolism.

What is the legal and scientific name of a drug?

• Chemical name

• Brand name

• Generic name

• Proprietary name

What is an unexpected and uncommon drug effect, such as anaphylaxis?

• Idiosyncrasy

• Iatrogenic

• Side effect

• Resistance

What method of drug administration involves giving medication via injection into the skin, muscles, or veins?

• Oral

• Sublingual

• Parenteral

• Topical

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What is the definition of topical application?

• Drugs are applied locally on the skin or mucous membranes of the body.

• Larger and larger drug doses must be given to achieve the desired effect.

• Instrument for introducing or withdrawing fluids from the body.

• Harmful effects of a drug.