Medications and Their Marvels

Pharmacology is the study of drugs and how they affect animals. Veterinary technicians play a big role in medication administration, dosage calculations, and monitoring for side effects.

Key Drug Categories

• Antibiotics: Fight bacterial infections.
• Analgesics: Manage pain.
• Anesthetics: Induce loss of sensation for procedures.
• Vaccines: Prevent diseases.

Safe Handling

Always double-check dosages, routes of administration, and patient allergies before giving medications.

Calculating Dosages

Dosage calculations often use body weight:
\[ \text{Dosage} = \text{Weight (kg)} \times \text{Dosage rate (mg/kg)} \]

Everyday Applications

Whether drawing up vaccines for puppies or administering antibiotics post-surgery, pharmacology knowledge ensures animal safety.