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Which aspect of pharmacology describes the different forms in which a drug can be administered?

Drug Classification
Bioavailability
Pharmacokinetics
Pharmaceutics (correct)

What is the significance of the First-Pass Effect in drug metabolism?

It describes the route through which the drug is administered.
It increases the bioavailability of the drug.
It indicates how long the drug stays active in the body.
It reduces the amount of drug reaching systemic circulation. (correct)

Which route of administration is known for having 100% bioavailability?

Topical
Rectal
Oral
Sublingual (correct)

Why should extended-release medications not be crushed?

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Which term describes the complete process that includes absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of drugs?

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Pharmacology

The study of how drugs interact with the body.

Routes of Administration

Different ways a drug is given to the body, like oral, injection, or cream.

Pharmacokinetics

The process of a drug being broken down and removed from the body.

Bioavailability

The amount of drug that reaches the bloodstream after it's been taken.

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First-Pass Effect

When the drug is absorbed through the stomach and passes through the liver before reaching the bloodstream.