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| describes the processes of drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion |
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| route of admin that does not involve the gastrointestinal tract |
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| route of drug admin. by way of the mouth through swallowing |
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| intravenous (IV) injections |
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| route of drug admin. drug is injected directly into a vein |
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| intramuscluar (IM) injection |
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| route of drug admin., drug is injected into the deltoid or gluteal muscles |
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| time required for the body to reduve the amt. of drug in the plasma by one-half |
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| decreased drug effect occurring after repeated use |
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| provide delivery of drug for extended period of time |
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| avoid upper GI tract irritation |
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elixirs,spirits, tinctures,
exp. Nyquil, cough meds |
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| admin. of drug absorbed thru the skin via a patch |
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| drug inhaled thru the nose into the respiratory sysem |
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| involves a combo of psychological and physical factors |
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| most severe states of drug dependency |
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some risk to fetus
(risk vs. benefits) |
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| FDA pregnancy category NR |
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