Forms
Forms (medicine)
Forms (pronunciation: /fɔːrmz/) in the context of medicine, refers to the various physical or chemical structures, or the mode of occurrence, of a particular substance or entity. The term is often used to describe the different types or variations of drugs, diseases, or medical procedures.
Etymology
The term "forms" originates from the Latin word "forma", meaning shape, figure, or appearance. In the medical context, it has been used since the late 14th century to describe the physical or chemical structure of substances or entities.
Related Terms
- Dosage Forms: The physical form in which a drug is produced and dispensed. Examples include tablets, capsules, solutions, and suspensions.
- Clinical Forms: Different manifestations of a disease or disorder. For example, the clinical forms of tuberculosis include pulmonary tuberculosis and extrapulmonary tuberculosis.
- Medical Procedure Forms: The different methods or techniques used in medical procedures. For example, surgical procedures can be open, minimally invasive, or non-invasive.
- Formulary (pharmacy): A list of prescription drugs, both generic and brand name, that are preferred by a health insurance plan.
- Pharmaceutical Formulation: The process in which different chemical substances, including the active drug, are combined to produce a final medicinal product.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Forms
- Wikipedia's article - Forms
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