Introduction to Pharmacology and Drug Development-Questions and Answers Graded A+

Introduction to Pharmacology and Drug Development-Questions and Answers Graded A+ Define pharmacology - ANSWER-The study of the mechanisms and actions of drugs Define drug - ANSWER-A chemical or substance (other than a nutrient) which produces a biological effect when administered to a living organism Define veterinary medicinal product - ANSWER-Any substance or combination of substance presented for treating or preventing disease in animals Give 5 types of drug nomenclature - ANSWER-1. Chemical formula 2. Structural formula 3. IUPAC ID 4. International Non-proprietary Name (INN) 5. Proprietary name Give 3 veterinary examples of proprietary names - ANSWER-Metacam (meloxicam) Meloxidyl (meloxicam) Frontline (fipronil) Name 3 ways by which drugs may be classified - ANSWER-- Chemical structure - Mechanism of action - Therapeutic uses Give examples of the different formulations by which drugs may be administered to patients - ANSWER-- Tablet / capsule - Solutions - Suspensions - Injections - Spot ons - Drenches - IV infusions - Creams / ointments Give examples of excipients which may be present in a veterinary medicinal product - ANSWER-- Inert filler / diluent - Lubricant - Disintegrant - Flavour / fragrance - Capsule shell - Coating agent