Drug Classifications Chapter 16 Flashcards

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What is the definition of an Infix?

A meaningful stem in a generic name in the middle of the word (e.g., methylprednisolone).

What does INN stand for?

International Nonproprietary Name, a generic name.

What does NSAID stand for?

Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug.

What is the definition of a Prefix in drug names?

A meaningful stem in a generic name at the beginning of the word (e.g., cefdinir). Signup and view all the answers

What does RAAS stand for?

Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone-system. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a Stem in drug names?

A meaningful group of letters in a generic name that allows one to classify the medication by those letters. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a Suffix in drug names?

A meaningful stem in a generic name at the end of the word (e.g., penicillin). Signup and view all the answers

What does USANC stand for?

United States Adopted Names Council. Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix pred- usually indicate?

A steroid. Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix cef- usually indicate?

A cephalosporin antibiotic. Signup and view all the answers

What does the suffix -cillin usually indicate?

A penicillin antibiotic. Signup and view all the answers

What does the suffix -olol usually indicate?

A beta-blocker. Signup and view all the answers

What does the stem -stigmine usually indicate?

A cholinesterase inhibitor. Signup and view all the answers

What does the stem -oxetine usually indicate?

A SNRI (serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor). Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Cymbalta?

Duloxetine. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Neurontin?

Gabapentin. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Prozac?

Fluoxetine. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Strattera?

Atomoxetine. Signup and view all the answers

What does the stem -toin usually indicate?

A seizure treatment. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Tegretol?

Carbamazepine. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Dilantin?

Phenytoin. Signup and view all the answers

What do the stems -azepam and -azolam usually indicate?

A benzodiazepine (antianxiety medication). Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Ativan?

Lorazepam. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Klonopin?

Clonazepam. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Xanax?

Alprazolam. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Sinemet?

Carbidopa/levodopa. Signup and view all the answers

What does the stem -triptan usually indicate?

A migraine treatment. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Imitrex?

Sumatriptan. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Relpax?

Eletriptan. Signup and view all the answers

What does the stem -traline usually indicate?

An SSRI (a depression medication). Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Zoloft?

Sertraline. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Effexor?

Venlafaxine. Signup and view all the answers

What is the brand name for Elavil?

Amitriptyline. Signup and view all the answers

What is the brand name for Haldol?

Haloperidol. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Zyprexa?

Olanzapine. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Clozaril?

Clozapine. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Florinef?

Fludrocortisone. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Cortef?

Hydrocortisone. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Glucophage?

Metformin. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Actos?

Pioglitazone. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Amaryl?

Glimepiride. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Glucotrol?

Glipizide. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for DiaBeta?

Glyburide. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Januvia?

Sitagliptan. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Onglyza?

Saxagliptin. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Tylenol?

Acetaminophen. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Ecotrin, Bayer?

Aspirin. Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Advil?

Ibuprofen. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Drug Classifications Overview

Infix: A stem in a generic name placed in the middle (e.g., methylprednisolone).
INN: Stands for International Nonproprietary Name, representing a generic name for drugs.
NSAID: Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug, with ibuprofen as a common example.

Prefixes and Suffixes

Prefix: A meaningful beginning of a generic name (e.g., cef- indicates a cephalosporin antibiotic like cefdinir).
Suffix: A meaningful ending of a generic name (e.g., -cillin indicates penicillin antibiotics).

Key Medical Systems and Processes

RAAS: Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System; critical for regulating blood pressure.

Drug Classification by Stems

Stem: Refers to a meaningful letter group in a drug's generic name that helps in classification.
-olol: Indicates a beta-blocker medication.
-stigmine: Pertains to cholinesterase inhibitors used for treating myasthenia gravis.
-triptan: Generic name stem for migraine treatments.

Generic Drug Names

Duloxetine: Generic for Cymbalta, used for depression and anxiety.
Gabapentin: Generic for Neurontin, used for neuropathic pain and seizures.
Fluoxetine: Generic for Prozac, an SSRI used for depression.
Atomoxetine: Generic for Strattera, indicated for ADHD.

Seizure Medications

-toin: Stem indicating seizure treatment medications, such as phenytoin and carbamazepine, with their generic names being Dilantin and Tegretol respectively.

Benzodiazepines

-azepam / -azolam: Stems indicating benzodiazepines (antianxiety medications).
Lorazepam: Generic for Ativan.
Clonazepam: Generic for Klonopin.
Alprazolam: Generic for Xanax.

Parkinson's Disease Treatment

Carbidopa/Levodopa: Generic name for Sinemet, used for Parkinson's symptoms.

Miscellaneous Drug Names

Sumatriptan: Generic for Imitrex for treating migraines.
Eletriptan: Generic for Relpax for migraine relief.
Sertraline: Generic for Zoloft, an SSRI used to treat depression.
Venlafaxine: Generic for Effexor, an antidepressant.

Antipsychotic Medications

Amitriptyline: Brand name is Elavil, used for depression.
Haloperidol: Brand name is Haldol, antipsychotic medication.
Olanzapine: Generic for Zyprexa, used for bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
Clozapine: Generic for Clozaril, another antipsychotic medication.

Corticosteroid Medications

Fludrocortisone: Generic for Florinef, used in adrenal insufficiency.
Hydrocortisone: Generic for Cortef, a corticosteroid used for various conditions.

Antidiabetic Medications

Metformin: Generic for Glucophage, commonly used for type 2 diabetes.
Pioglitazone: Generic for Actos, another antidiabetic medication.
Glimepiride: Generic for Amaryl, indicated for type 2 diabetes.
Glipizide: Generic for Glucotrol, another type 2 diabetes treatment.
Glyburide: Generic for DiaBeta, also for managing diabetes.

Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 Inhibitors

Sitagliptin: Generic for Januvia, used to improve blood sugar control.
Saxagliptin: Generic for Onglyza, another medication for type 2 diabetes.

Common Over-the-Counter Medications

Acetaminophen: Generic name for Tylenol, used for pain relief.
Aspirin: Generic name for Ecotrin, an analgesic and antipyretic.
Ibuprofen: Generic for Advil, an NSAID used for pain relief.

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This quiz focuses on key terms and definitions related to drug classifications as outlined in Chapter 16. It includes important concepts such as infix, INN, NSAID, and prefix, essential for understanding pharmaceutical terminology. Test your knowledge on these foundational terms vital for anyone studying pharmacology.