Chapter 3

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use of many medications

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Polypharmacy

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Polypharmacy is most common among the

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elderly

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purpose of regulation and classification of drugs

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set standards, guidelines to protect public from drug misuse

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In 1912 _____________ prohibited sale of drugs labeled with false therapeutic claims that were intended to cheat consumer

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Sherley Amendment

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Today, before new drug is introduced into general population, must be approved by

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FDA (national regulatory body)

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In 1938, _____________ was first law requiring evidence of safety of drug before it is marketed to general public

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Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act

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In 1952, The Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act has had many amendments; one of them is the

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Durham Humphrey Ammendement

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The Durham Humphrey Ammendement clarified

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Restricts the number of prescriptions that can be refilled

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In 1962, the ______________ required demonstration of safety, effectiveness in animal and human studies before drug is put on market

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Kefauver-Harris Amendment

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True or False:
The FDA can withdraw a drug from the market if it is considered unsafe.

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True

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True or False:
Drug Facts are required on all OTC drug package labels.

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True

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Indications and therapeutic uses are strictly regulated by

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FDA