Match the Terms with Their Correct Descriptions/definitions

question 144

Multiple Choice

Match the terms with their correct descriptions/definitions.
-Study of the preparation, properties, uses, and actions of drugs

• A)pharmacokinetics
• B)pharmacology
• C)Physicians' Desk Reference (PDR)
• D)Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
• E)receptor
• F)rectal administration
• G)side effect
• H)sublingual administration
• I)synergism
• J)syringe

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Definitions:

Sedatives

Drugs that induce relaxation and sometimes intoxication by lowering the activity of the brain, the neurons, the muscles, the heart, and even by slowing the metabolic rate.

Barbiturates

Sedative and hypnotic drugs derived from barbituric acid that are used to treat anxiety, insomnia, and seizure disorders, but are associated with high risk of dependence.

Opiates

A class of drugs derived from opium that are used for pain relief, but can also be addictive.

Illegal Drug

Substance whose production, sale, or possession is prohibited by law.