Pharmacology and Therapeutics Overview

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What is the definition of pharmacology?

The study of human biology.

The study of drugs. (correct)

The application of psychological methods.

The prevention of infectious diseases.

What is the primary purpose of pharmacotherapy?

To apply drugs for disease prevention and treatment. (correct)

To develop physical training programs.

To conduct psychological assessments.

To study plant biology.

Which of the following is a source from which drugs can be derived?

Inorganic compounds only.

Only animals and plants.

Plants, animals, inorganic compounds, and synthetic sources. (correct)

Synthetic methods only.

Which of the following drugs is derived from plants?

Digoxin. Signup and view all the answers

What are opioid analgesics primarily derived from?

The seeds of the poppy plant. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'medication' refer to?

Chemical agents administered to produce a biological effect. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about therapeutics is true?

It is concerned with the treatment and prevention of disease. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of pharmacology, what does the prefix 'pharmaco-' signify?

Drug. Signup and view all the answers

Which insulin source has become predominant in modern medicine?

Recombinant DNA technology Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an inorganic compound used in medication?

Aluminum Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a pharmacopeia?

To contain standards of drug purity and strength Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of official compendia?

Provides opinion-based information Signup and view all the answers

Which type of sources contains primary research articles?

Journals Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is classified as a non-official compendium?

Periodicals Signup and view all the answers

Which condition has gold been used to treat?

Rhumatoid Arthritis Signup and view all the answers

What is a formulary primarily used for?

To list available drugs in a specific setting Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Pharmacology

The study of drugs
Pharmaco = drug, -logy = study
Drugs are chemical agents that interact with specific target molecules, causing a biological effect
Medication refers to a drug once it has been administered

Therapeutics & Pharmacotherapeutics

Therapeutics is the branch of medicine concerned with disease prevention and treatment of suffering
Pharmacotherapy is the application of drugs for the purpose of disease prevention and treatment of suffering
Other therapies include:
- Psychotherapy
- Physiotherapy

Sources of Drugs

Plants
- Processed into chemicals
- Herbal remedies are plant-based
- Examples: Digoxin and Opium
Animals
- Previously, insulin and growth hormone were derived from pigs and cows
- Nowadays, insulin is derived from recombinant DNA
Inorganic Compounds
- Examples:
  - Aluminum (antacid)
  - Fluoride (dental caries)
  - Gold (Rheumatoid Arthritis - RA)
  - Iron (Fe deficiency anemia)
Synthetic Sources
- Examples:
  - Barbiturates (CNS depressant)
  - Sulfonamides (antibacterial)
  - Aspirin

Drug Compendia

Official sources of drug information
Also known as Pharmacopoeias or Formularies
Examples:
- British Pharmacopoeia (BP)
- European Pharmacopoeia (EP)
- USA Pharmacopoeia (USP)

Non-Official Compendia

Textbooks
Journals
- Research articles are primary sources
Periodicals

Other Sources of Drug Information

Package inserts
Reference books

Official Compendia

Pharmacopeia:
- An official medical reference summarizing standards of drug purity, strength, and analysis methods
- Contains drug monographs
Hospital Formulary:
- List of drugs approved for use in a specific hospital

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Explore the fascinating world of pharmacology and therapeutics through this quiz. Understand the sources of drugs, their applications in medicine, and the roles of various therapeutic approaches. This quiz covers essential concepts that are crucial for any student in the field of pharmacology.