Match the terms with their correct definitions/descriptions.

-Physical and psychological dependence on and craving for a drug
A)addiction
B)additive action
C)aerosol
D)anaphylaxis
E)antagonistic action
F)antidote
G)brand name
H)chemical name
I)generic name
J)contraindication

Question

Match the terms with their correct definitions/descriptions.

-Physical and psychological dependence on and craving for a drug
A)addiction
B)additive action
C)aerosol
D)anaphylaxis
E)antagonistic action
F)antidote
G)brand name
H)chemical name
I)generic name
J)contraindication

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Addiction is the physical and psychological dependence on and craving for a drug.

Answer: B
 Additive action is the combined effect of two or more drugs that produce an effect equal to the sum of their individual effects.

Answer: C
 Aerosol is a spray or a mist.

Answer: D
 Anaphylaxis is a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction.

Answer: E
 Antagonistic action is the effect of two drugs that produces an effect less than the sum of their individual effects.

Answer: F
 Antidote is a substance that counteracts the effects of a poison or toxic substance.

Answer: G
 Brand name is the name under which a manufacturer markets a medication.

Answer: H
 Chemical name is the name that describes the chemical structure of a drug.

Answer: I
 Generic name is the name of a drug that is not protected by a trademark.

Answer: J
 Contraindication is a specific situation in which a drug, procedure or surgery should not be used because it may be harmful to the person.

Match the Terms with Their Correct Definitions/descriptions