Questions and Answers
What is drug classification?
Drug classification can be done by chemical components, disease or disorder treated, side effects, drug action, or a combination of factors.
What is an example of a drug that fits into multiple categories?
Lasix (furosemide)
Analgesics include only narcotic drugs.
False
Which of the following are examples of analgesics? (Select all that apply)
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What does NSAID stand for?
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Which schedule contains the most dangerous drugs?
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What organization developed the 'AHFS Pharmacologic-Therapeutic Classification'?
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Classes of controlled substances are established by the __________.
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Which of the following is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug? (Select all that apply)
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What is the primary concern for placing a drug into Schedule 1?
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What is the primary function of cardiovascular drugs?
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Study Notes
Drug Categories - Introduction
- Drug classification can occur by factors such as chemical components, therapeutic areas, side effects, or actions.
- Drugs may fit into multiple categories; for instance, Lasix (furosemide) acts as both an antihypertensive and a diuretic.
- Key drug categories include analgesics, anesthesia, anticoagulants, anticonvulsants, cardiovascular drugs, gastrointestinal drugs, endocrine drugs, antibiotics, psychological drugs, and respiratory drugs.
Drug Categories Overview
- The AHFS Pharmacologic-Therapeutic Classification is utilized in healthcare by ASHP for drug categorization.
- This classification system is essential for the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) in the U.S. and Canada.
- Health facilities are required to maintain a comprehensive formulary, ensuring availability of essential medications for patients.
Controlled Substances
- The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) regulates controlled substances in the U.S., classifying them into schedules based on harm potential, addiction risk, and medical use.
- Schedule 1 drugs (e.g., heroin, LSD) are the most dangerous, while Schedule 5 includes lower risk medications like codeine preparations.
- Further details on controlled substances can be accessed on the DEA's official website.
Analgesics
- Analgesics are categorized into non-narcotic analgesics, NSAIDs, and narcotic analgesics, each used for pain management.
- Non-narcotic analgesics include:
- Aspirin: Acetylsalicylic acid, effective for pain, fever, and inflammation. Brand names include Bayer and Ecotrin.
- Acetaminophen: Effective for pain and fever but less effective for inflammation. Brand names include Tylenol.
- Ibuprofen: A versatile NSAID developed in the 1960s, effective in pain relief and inflammation. Brand names include Advil and Motrin.
- Naproxen: Primarily an NSAID for pain and inflammation, available OTC as Aleve in the U.S. but prescription only in many other countries.
NSAIDs
- NSAID stands for "nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs," commonly available OTC.
- Popular NSAIDs include ibuprofen and naproxen, effective for treating pain and inflammation.
- Additional prescribed NSAIDs include:
- Indomethacin (Trade name: Indocin)
- Piroxicam (Trade name: Feldene)
- Tolmetin (Trade name: Tolectin)
- Nabumetone (Trade name: Relafen)
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