Concentrations
II. Concentrations and Dilutions A. Concentration may be expressed as a percentage. There are three types of percentages: Weight-in-weight (w/w) percentage preparationsa. Use weight-in-weight percentage when the final product is…
Dosage Calculations
a. The quantity of a drug taken by a patient is known as the dose. The dose may be expressed as a daily dose, single dose, or a total dose….
Receiving Prescriptions and Medication Orders
Prescriptions can be presented to the pharmacy in written form or via telephone, fax, or computer, depending on individual state laws. Prescribers can include physicians, dentists, veterinarians, nurse practitioners, and…
Practice Questions
Sig.: Use as directed a. 0.075 b. 0.75 c. 7.5 d. 75 7. What is the generic name for Keflex®? a. Cefadroxil b. Cefixime c. Cephalexin d. Ceftazidime…
Inventory Management, Storage, Returns, and Disposal
NDCs follow one of the following numeric sequence configurations to make up the total 10 digits: 4-4-2, 5-3-2, or 5-4-1. For example, the NDC number for a 30-count bottle of…
