Pharmacy Explanations

Explain what each one does or is!!

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What is the FDA stand for & do?
Federal Drug Administration. It determines if drug is gonna be allowed to go on market, they regulate drugs also to keep us healthy & safe.
What does Rx stand for? What is it?
Prescription. Is a drug, one that has been ordered or prescribed by a licensed doctor.
What is a Legend Drug?
It can only be purchased with a (Rx only) prescription from a licensed doctor.
What is... 1 tsp bid x10d?
1 teaspoonful twice daily for 10 days
What does a Technician do?
They assist the pharmacist, fill prescriptions, does dosing, compounding medicines (add different ingredients)
What is.. 1 tsp BID?
1 teaspoonful by mouth twice daily
What is.. 1 gtt as BID?
1 drop in left ear twice daily
What is... 1-2 t po q4-6 for 7-10d?
Take 1 to 2 tablets by mouth every 4-6 hours for 7-10 days
What is.. 1 tsp q4-6 prn?
Take 1 teaspoonful every 4-6 hours as needed
What is.. ss tsp?
1/2 teaspoonful
What is.. ss cap c (with a line above it) 2ASA q8 AC?
Take 1/2 a capsule by mouth with 2 aspirins every 8 hours before meals.
What is.. 5t pc+hs?
Take 5 tablets by mouth after meals & at bedtime
What is.. 2 gtts ou q6+hs?
Instill 2 drops in both eyes every 6 hours & at bedtime
What is.. Take 1 capsule by mouth three times daily for days as needed for pain?
1 c po tid 10d prn ppa
What is.. 1 gtt ou BID?
Place 1 drop in both eyes twice daily