I.
1. Nursing core values as applied in pharmacology.
Nursing core values in pharmacology include advocacy, integrity, and compassion. Nurses must advocate for
patients by ensuring safe medication practices, demonstrating integrity through accurate drug administration
and documentation, and showing compassion by understanding patients' needs and concerns about their
medications. Delving into patient education and communication also enhances adherence and safety, leading to
the ultimate goal of positive health outcomes.
2. Cultural and Ethical considerations in pharmacology?
Cultural Considerations
Cultural Competence: Different cultures can have different beliefs which affects how well patients are willing to
take medications to perceptions of illness severity as well as preferences for treatment. Cultural beliefs about
health and medicine are to be known by the nurses.
Language Barriers: Communications to be effective their preferred language for medication instructions due to
potential misunderstandings of dosing crucial for adherence.
do not use traditional remedies alongside prescribed medications SCALE OF TRADITIONAL PRACTICES USED
ALONGSIDE MEDICATIONS Nurses should ask patients about these practices so that possible interactions can be
avoided and safe care provided.
Religious beliefs - with some religious belief patients may have different view of the acceptability of certain
medications (e.g. blood products, some vaccines) Educating the public while also respecting these beliefs is vital.
Ethical Considerations
Informed Consent-Patients are to be provided specific information about each drug, including anticipated
benefits and risks. They must be competent to give their informed consent for treatment, and then it is ethical
to respect that privacy.
Autonomy: The most basic tenet is to honor a patient's desire to take or refuse medicine with all the information
they need. Nurses need to empower our patients in their care choices.
Effectiveness and risk: For this, it is essential for the Nurse to think about giving or not a medication when
thinking if the benefits outweigh its adverse reactions. It requires a bit of imagination and an in depth
understanding of pharmacology.
Healthcare Equity: Nurses should take steps to ensure that every patient has access to an equitable range of
drugs and treatments, irrespective of their background or socioeconomic status.
Confidentiality — Safeguarding patient data is critical for patients to trust you and to guarantee the ethics of
care (including medication history and treatment plan).
II.
1. What is the difference between Generic name and Trade name (Brand name).
Trade names (or brand names) are names that manufacturers impose on the drug, strictly for marketing
purposes, but generic name is the official, non-proprietary name of a drug and this identifys its active ingredient.
Tylenol's generic name is acetaminophen. The trade name of a drug is often trademarked and can change
depending on the manufacturer that produces it, whereas the generic name is universal across all brands.
2. What is Over-the-counter (OTC) drugs? Cite 10 examples of OTC drugs available in the market.
Over-the-counter (OTC) drugs are medications that can be purchased without a prescription, used to treat
common ailments and symptoms.
1. Paracetamol (e.g., Bioflu, Calpol) 6. Aspirin (e.g., Ascof)
2. Ibuprofen (e.g., Advil, Medipren) 7. Cough syrups (e.g., Robitussin, Albatross)
3. Cetirizine (e.g., Zyrtec) 8. Topical analgesics (e.g., Counterpain,
Salonpas)
4. Loperamide (e.g., Imodium)
9. Decongestants (e.g., Sinutab)
5. Antacids (e.g., Maalox, Tums)
10. Multivitamins (e.g., Centrum, Enervon)
3. What is an ethical prescription (Rx) drugs? Cite 10 examples of prescription drugs available in the market.
Ethical prescription (Rx) drugs are medications that require a licensed healthcare professional's prescription due
to their potential for misuse, side effects, or the need for professional oversight. This classification ensures that
patients receive appropriate medical guidance for their treatment.
Examples of Prescription Drugs Available in the Philippine Market:
1. Amoxicillin (antibiotic) 6. Omeprazole (proton pump inhibitor)
2. Lisinopril (antihypertensive) 7. Gabapentin (anticonvulsant)
3. Metformin (antidiabetic) 8. Sertraline (antidepressant)
4. Simvastatin (cholesterol-lowering agent) 9. Levothyroxine (thyroid hormone
replacement)
5. Amlodipine (antihypertensive)
10. Alprazolam (anxiolytic)
4. What is the Generic law of the Philippines?
The Generic Law of the Philippines otherwise called as Republic Act No. 6675, was signed into law in 1988 for a
full-scale promotion and utilization of generic drugs across the islands. This law has two chief aims:
By Advocating Generic Legislation: To encourage the use of generic drugs over branded ones due to their low
cost.
Accessibility — to increase availability and accessibility to affordable medicines for the public, especially in
underserved places.
Education: Educate consumers is needed to increase public knowledge on generic medicines (easier access to
information)
Randomisation: It should be compulsory to use generic names in labels and advertising medicines to confound
the consumers.
Regulation: Grant guidelines for the enrollment and promotion of generic drugs to make sure high quality and
security.
5. Give 20 drug classification base on its therapeutic use or indication, and cite at least 2 drugs under each
classification.
1. Analgesics • Loratadine • Naproxen
• Paracetamol 8. Bronchodilators • Diclofenac
• Ibuprofen • Albuterol 15. Antipsychotics
2. Antibiotics • Ipratropium • Risperidone
• Amoxicillin 9. Antifungals • Quetiapine
• Ciprofloxacin • Fluconazole 16. Mood Stabilizers
3. Antihypertensives • Clotrimazole • Lithium
• Lisinopril 10. Antivirals • Lamotrigine
• Amlodipine • Oseltamivir 17. Diuretics
4. Antidepressants • Acyclovir • Furosemide
• Sertraline 11. Proton Pump Inhibitors • Hydrochlorothiazide
• Fluoxetine • Omeprazole 18. Thyroid Hormones
5. Antidiabetics • Esomeprazole • Levothyroxine
• Metformin 12. Corticosteroids • Liothyronine
• Glipizide • Prednisone 19. Immunosuppressants
6. Anticoagulants • Hydrocortisone • Cyclosporine
• Warfarin 13. Cholesterol-lowering • Methotrexate
Agents
• Dabigatran 20. Antiemetics
• Simvastatin
7. Antihistamines • Ondansetron
• Atorvastatin
• Cetirizine • Metoclopramide
14. Anti-inflammatory Drugs
An Assignment
Presented to
Prof. Sarima Canlas Mote
Nursing Department
Faculty of the College of Health Sciences- Mindanao State University Main- Marawi City
In Partial Fulfilment for the course
NSG105 Pharmacology
SY: 2024-2025
Presented by:
Ansari R Gampong
October 2024
