Classifications of Drugs Quiz
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What type of drugs are classified as Class A drugs?

  • Prescription only medicines supplied by pharmacists
  • Vitamins and minerals that can be purchased freely
  • Dangerous drugs that require strict regulation and prescription (correct)
  • Drugs that are available over-the-counter without prescription
  • What is true about Class B drugs?

  • They are commonly known as Over the Counter medications
  • They can be obtained without any prescription
  • They are regarded as dangerous drugs
  • They require an order from a practitioner and can be dispensed at the pharmacist's discretion (correct)
  • Which of the following best describes Class C drugs?

  • They can be obtained over the counter without a prescription (correct)
  • They are dangerous drugs that are highly regulated
  • They include only antibiotics and antihypertensives
  • They are prescription medications that require a doctor's order
  • Which of the following examples correctly fits within Class A drugs?

    <p>Morphine and pethidine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of Class C drugs?

    <p>They are available over the counter without need for a prescription</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Classifications of Drugs

    • Drugs are categorized into three main classes: Class A, Class B, and Class C.

    Class A Drugs

    • Known as dangerous drugs, requiring strict regulation due to high potential for abuse.
    • Necessitate prescriptions for supply.
    • Examples include pethidine and morphine, which are potent opioids, as well as paracetamol.

    Class B Drugs

    • Labeled as Prescription Only Medicines (POM) or Pharmacy Only Medicines.
    • Supplied through a practitioner’s order; discretion lies with pharmacists.
    • Examples comprise antibiotics, anticonvulsants, antihypertensives like atenolol, and antihistamines such as indomethacin.

    Class C Drugs

    • Categorized as Over the Counter (OTC) medications, available without a prescription.
    • Examples include paracetamol, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen, cholesterol-lowering agents, antacids, as well as vitamins and minerals.

    Additional Classifications

    • Drugs can also be classified by their pharmacological or therapeutic action.
    • Common classifications include analgesics (pain relief) and antiacids (neutralizing stomach acidity).

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    Test your knowledge on the classifications of drugs in this informative quiz. Explore the differences between Class A, B, and C drugs, including their regulations and examples. Perfect for students and anyone interested in understanding drug classifications.

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