Glossary Index

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Pharmacy

Absorption

The process by which a drug enters the bloodstream from its site of administration.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Pharmacology)
Pharmacy

Acute

A condition with a rapid onset and a short course.

Pharmacy

Addiction

A chronic disease characterized by compulsive drug seeking despite harmful consequences.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Substance Abuse)
Pharmacy

Adherence

The degree to which a patient correctly follows medical advice and takes medication as prescribed.

Pharmacy

Administration

The act of giving a medication to a patient through various routes such as oral injection or topical application.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Healthcare Procedures)
Pharmacy

Adverse Drug Reaction

An unexpected harmful reaction to a medication taken at normal doses.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Safety)
Pharmacy

Adverse Effect

A harmful or undesirable outcome associated with the use of a medication.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Allergies List

A record of substances to which a patient has shown allergic reactions.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Documentation)
Pharmacy

Allergy

An abnormal immune reaction to a substance that is typically harmless.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Immunology)
Pharmacy

Alopecia

The partial or complete absence of hair from areas of the body where it normally grows.

Pharmacy

Analgesic

A medication that relieves pain without causing loss of consciousness.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Anaphylaxis

A severe potentially life-threatening allergic reaction requiring immediate treatment.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medical Emergencies)
Pharmacy

Antacid

A medication that neutralizes stomach acid to relieve heartburn and indigestion.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Antagonism

The opposition of effects when two drugs are given together.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Drug Interactions)
Pharmacy

Anti-inflammatory

A medication that reduces inflammation pain and swelling in the body.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Antibiotic

A medication that kills bacteria or inhibits their growth used to treat bacterial infections.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Antibiotic Resistance

The ability of bacteria to withstand the effects of antibiotics that once killed them or inhibited their growth.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medical Conditions)
Pharmacy

Anticoagulant

A medication that prevents blood from clotting used to reduce risk of stroke and heart attack.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Anticoagulation Management

Pharmacy service monitoring and adjusting blood-thinning medications.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Clinical Services)
Pharmacy

Anticonvulsant

A medication used to prevent or reduce the severity of epileptic seizures.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Antidepressant

A medication used to treat depression and other mood disorders by altering brain chemistry.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Antidiabetic

A medication used to treat diabetes by controlling blood glucose levels.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Antidiarrheal

A medication used to treat diarrhea by slowing intestinal motility.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Antidote

A substance that counteracts the effects of a poison or overdose.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Toxicology)
Pharmacy

Antiemetic

A medication that prevents or reduces nausea and vomiting.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Antifungal

A medication used to treat fungal infections by destroying or inhibiting fungal growth.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Antihistamine

A medication that counteracts the effects of histamine used to treat allergic reactions.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Antihypertensive

A medication used to lower high blood pressure.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Antipsychotic

A medication used to manage psychosis including delusions hallucinations and disordered thinking.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Antipyretic

A medication that reduces fever by lowering elevated body temperature.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Antitussive

A medication that suppresses coughing.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Antiviral

A medication used to treat viral infections by inhibiting the development of viruses.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Anxiolytic

A medication that reduces anxiety and promotes relaxation.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Aseptic Technique

Procedures used to prevent contamination during sterile compounding.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Infection Control)
Pharmacy

Automated Dispensing

The use of mechanical systems to dispense medications reducing manual handling.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Pharmacy Technology)
Pharmacy

Auxiliary Label

An additional label affixed to a medication container providing warnings or instructions.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Labeling)
Pharmacy

Barcode Medication Administration

A system using barcodes to verify correct medication administration.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Patient Safety Technology)
Pharmacy

Barcode Scanning

Using barcodes to verify medication identity before dispensing or administering.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Technology)
Pharmacy

Bioavailability

The proportion of a drug that enters circulation when introduced into the body and is able to have an active effect.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Pharmacology)
Pharmacy

Bioequivalence

The absence of significant difference in rate and extent of drug absorption between pharmaceutical equivalents.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Pharmaceutics)
Pharmacy

Biologic

A medication produced from living organisms or their products.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Biologics)
Pharmacy

Biological Safety Cabinet

An enclosed ventilated workspace for safe handling of hazardous materials.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Safety Equipment)
Pharmacy

Biosimilar

A biological product highly similar to an already approved biological product.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Biologics)
Pharmacy

Blister Pack

A method of packaging medications in individual sealed compartments.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Packaging)
Pharmacy

Board Certification

Advanced certification demonstrating expertise in a pharmacy specialty.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Professional Credentials)
Pharmacy

Booster Dose

An additional dose of vaccine given after the initial dose to maintain immunity.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Immunization)
Pharmacy

Bradycardia

Abnormally slow heart action (typically below 60 beats per minute).

Pharmacy

Brand Name Drug

A medication marketed under a proprietary trademarked name by a pharmaceutical company.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Bronchodilator

A medication that dilates the airways in the lungs making breathing easier.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Capsule

A gelatin shell containing medication in powder or liquid form.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Dosage Forms)
Pharmacy

Chemotherapy

Treatment of cancer using drugs that destroy cancer cells.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Treatments)
Pharmacy

Chemotherapy Preparation

The compounding of cancer treatment medications under strict safety protocols.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Oncology)
Pharmacy

Child-Resistant Packaging

Packaging designed to be difficult for children to open reducing risk of accidental poisoning.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Safety)
Pharmacy

Clinical Decision Support

Computer systems providing alerts and reminders to assist healthcare decisions.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Health IT)
Pharmacy

Clinical Pharmacist

A pharmacist providing direct patient care and medication management.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Healthcare Professionals)
Pharmacy

Clinical Practice Guideline

Systematically developed recommendations assisting practitioner and patient decisions.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Clinical Practice)
Pharmacy

Clinical Trial

A research study testing the safety and effectiveness of medical interventions in human participants.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Research)
Pharmacy

Closed System Transfer Device

Equipment preventing exposure to hazardous drugs during preparation and administration.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Safety Equipment)
Pharmacy

Cold Chain

A temperature-controlled supply chain for medications requiring refrigeration.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Supply Chain)
Pharmacy

Collaborative Practice Agreement

A formal agreement allowing pharmacists to provide specific patient care services.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Practice Models)
Pharmacy

Combination Drug

A medication containing two or more active pharmaceutical ingredients.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Compassionate Use

Providing investigational drugs to patients outside clinical trials for serious conditions.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Ethics)
Pharmacy

Compliance

The degree to which a patient correctly follows medical advice and takes prescribed medications.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Patient Care)
Pharmacy

Compounding

The preparation of customized medications by combining mixing or altering ingredients to meet specific patient needs.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Pharmacy Operations)
Pharmacy

Compounding Pharmacy

A pharmacy specializing in preparing customized medications.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Pharmacy Types)
Pharmacy

Consultant Pharmacist

A pharmacist providing expert advice on medication use often in long-term care.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Healthcare Professionals)
Pharmacy

Continuing Education

Ongoing learning to maintain and enhance professional knowledge and skills.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Professional Development)
Pharmacy

Continuous Quality Improvement

An ongoing effort to improve products services or processes.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Quality Management)
Pharmacy

Contraindication

A specific situation in which a drug procedure or surgery should not be used because it may be harmful.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medical Conditions)
Pharmacy

Controlled Substance

A drug or chemical whose manufacture possession and use are regulated by government due to potential for abuse or addiction.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Controlled Substance Monitoring

Systems tracking prescribing and dispensing of controlled medications.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Regulatory Compliance)
Pharmacy

Copayment

The fixed amount a patient pays for a prescription covered by insurance.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Insurance)
Pharmacy

Corticosteroid

A synthetic hormone medication with anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Cost-Effectiveness Analysis

Evaluation comparing costs and outcomes of different treatment options.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Health Economics)
Pharmacy

Cream

A semisolid emulsion for external use containing medication.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Dosage Forms)
Pharmacy

Cross-Sensitivity

An allergic reaction to a drug in patients allergic to a chemically similar drug.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Immunology)
Pharmacy

Cyanosis

A bluish discoloration of the skin resulting from poor circulation or inadequate oxygenation of the blood.

Pharmacy

Cytotoxic Drug

A medication that is toxic to cells especially cancer cells.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Oncology)
Pharmacy

Decongestant

A medication that relieves nasal congestion by reducing swelling of blood vessels in nasal passages.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Decongestion

The process of reducing nasal congestion or swelling in the nasal passages.

Pharmacy

Deductible

The amount a patient must pay out-of-pocket before insurance coverage begins.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Insurance)
Pharmacy

Deprescribing

The systematic reduction or discontinuation of medications that may no longer be beneficial.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medication Management)
Pharmacy

Dermatitis

A condition of the skin in which it becomes red swollen and sore sometimes with small blisters.

Pharmacy

Diabetes Management

Pharmacy services supporting patients with diabetes through education and monitoring.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Clinical Services)
Pharmacy

Discharge Counseling

Pharmacist education provided to patients leaving a healthcare facility.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Patient Education)
Pharmacy

Dispensing

The preparation and distribution of medications to patients according to a prescription.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Pharmacy Operations)
Pharmacy

Distribution

The dispersion of a drug throughout the fluids and tissues of the body.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Pharmacology)
Pharmacy

Diuretic

A medication that promotes increased production of urine used to remove excess fluid from the body.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Dosage

The size frequency and number of doses of a medication to be administered.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Dose

A measured quantity of a therapeutic agent to be taken at one time or at stated intervals.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Drug

A substance used in the diagnosis cure mitigation treatment or prevention of disease.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Drug Abuse

The use of a drug in a manner inconsistent with medical or social norms.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Substance Abuse)
Pharmacy

Drug Database

A comprehensive electronic repository of medication information.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Information Systems)
Pharmacy

Drug Dependence

A condition in which the body requires a drug to function normally.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Pharmacology)
Pharmacy

Drug Diversion

The illegal distribution or use of prescription medications.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Regulatory Compliance)
Pharmacy

Drug Information

Evaluated summaries of scientific data about medications.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Information Services)
Pharmacy

Drug Interaction

A reaction between two or more drugs or between a drug and food that affects how the drugs work.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Medications)
Pharmacy

Drug Recall

The removal or correction of a marketed product that violates laws or poses health risks.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Safety)
Pharmacy

Drug Shortage

An insufficient supply of medication to meet demand.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Supply Chain)
Pharmacy

Drug Take-Back Program

An organized effort to collect unused medications for safe disposal.

Provenance:Enterprise Standard (Community Health)