RNSG 1301 EXAM ONE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Generic drugs - ANSWER-drugs sold by their generic name; not brand (or trade) name products Brand name - ANSWER-name given to a drug by the pharmaceutical company that developed it; also called a trade name Genetic drugs vs Brand name - ANSWER-Once the patent on a brand name runs out manufactures develop genetic drugs which are intended work on in the same way (quality, dosage, strength, and route of administration). The bioavailability of the generic drugs may differ from the brand name. This is why providers might specify "dispense as written" so brand name product may use especially in drugs that have narrow safety margins. Control substance - (C-I) Schedule I - ANSWER-High abuse potential and no accepted medical use (heroin, marijuana, LSD) Control substance - (C-II) Schedule II - ANSWER-High abuse potential with severe dependence liability (narcotics, amphetamines, and barbiturates) Example: Cocaine, methamphetamines, methadone, Dilaudid, Demerol, Oxycodone, Fentanyl, Morphine, Adderall, Ritalin, Dexedrine. Written prescription only, no refills Control substa