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ValueSet: OrderableDrugForm

Official URL: http://terminology.hl7.org/ValueSet/v3-OrderableDrugForm Version: 2.0.0
Active as of 2014-03-26 Computable Name: OrderableDrugForm
Other Identifiers: id: urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.1.11.14411

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Logical Definition (CLD)

This value set includes codes based on the following rules:

 

Expansion

This value set contains 152 concepts

CodeSystemDisplayDefinition
  _GasDrugFormhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormGasDrugForm

Any elastic aeriform fluid in which the molecules are separated from one another and have free paths.

  GASINHLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormGas for Inhalation
  _GasLiquidMixturehttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormGasLiquidMixture
  AERhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormAerosol
  BAINHLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormBreath Activated Inhaler
  INHLSOLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormInhalant Solution
  MDINHLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormMetered Dose Inhaler
  NASSPRYhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormNasal Spray
  DERMSPRYhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormDermal Spray
  FOAMhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormFoam
  FOAMAPLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormFoam with Applicator
  RECFORMhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormRectal foam
  VAGFOAMhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormVaginal foam
  VAGFOAMAPLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormVaginal foam with applicator
  RECSPRYhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormRectal Spray
  VAGSPRYhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormVaginal Spray
  _GasSolidSprayhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormGasSolidSpray
  INHLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormInhalant
  BAINHLPWDhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormBreath Activated Powder Inhaler
  INHLPWDhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormInhalant Powder
  MDINHLPWDhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormMetered Dose Powder Inhaler
  NASINHLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormNasal Inhalant
  ORINHLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOral Inhalant
  PWDSPRYhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormPowder Spray
  SPRYADAPThttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormSpray with Adaptor
  _Liquidhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormLiquid

A state of substance that is an intermediate one entered into as matter goes from solid to gas; liquids are also intermediate in that they have neither the orderliness of a crystal nor the randomness of a gas. (Note: This term should not be used to describe solutions, only pure chemicals in their liquid state.)

  LIQCLNhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormLiquid Cleanser
  LIQSOAPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormMedicated Liquid Soap
  SHMPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormShampoo

A liquid soap or detergent used to clean the hair and scalp and is often used as a vehicle for dermatologic agents.

  OILhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOil

An unctuous, combustible substance which is liquid, or easily liquefiable, on warming, and is soluble in ether but insoluble in water. Such substances, depending on their origin, are classified as animal, mineral, or vegetable oils.

  TOPOILhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormTopical Oil
  SOLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormSolution

A liquid preparation that contains one or more chemical substances dissolved, i.e., molecularly dispersed, in a suitable solvent or mixture of mutually miscible solvents.

  DROPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormDrops
  NDROPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormNasal Drops
  OPDROPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOphthalmic Drops
  ORDROPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOral Drops
  OTDROPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOtic Drops
  IPSOLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormIntraperitoneal Solution
  IRSOLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormIrrigation Solution

A sterile solution intended to bathe or flush open wounds or body cavities; they're used topically, never parenterally.

  DOUCHEhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormDouche

A liquid preparation, intended for the irrigative cleansing of the vagina, that is prepared from powders, liquid solutions, or liquid concentrates and contains one or more chemical substances dissolved in a suitable solvent or mutually miscible solvents.

  ENEMAhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormEnema

A rectal preparation for therapeutic, diagnostic, or nutritive purposes.

  OPIRSOLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOphthalmic Irrigation Solution
  IVSOLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormIntravenous Solution
  ORALSOLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOral Solution
  ELIXIRhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormElixir

A clear, pleasantly flavored, sweetened hydroalcoholic liquid containing dissolved medicinal agents; it is intended for oral use.

  RINSEhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormMouthwash/Rinse

An aqueous solution which is most often used for its deodorant, refreshing, or antiseptic effect.

  SYRUPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormSyrup

An oral solution containing high concentrations of sucrose or other sugars; the term has also been used to include any other liquid dosage form prepared in a sweet and viscid vehicle, including oral suspensions.

  RECSOLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormRectal Solution
  TOPSOLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormTopical Solution
  LINhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormLiniment

A solution or mixture of various substances in oil, alcoholic solutions of soap, or emulsions intended for external application.

  MUCTOPSOLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormMucous Membrane Topical Solution
  TINChttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormTincture
  _LiquidLiquidEmulsionhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormLiquidLiquidEmulsion

A two-phase system in which one liquid is dispersed throughout another liquid in the form of small droplets.

  CRMhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormCream

A semisolid dosage form containing one or more drug substances dissolved or dispersed in a suitable base; more recently, the term has been restricted to products consisting of oil-in-water emulsions or aqueous microcrystalline dispersions of long chain fatty acids or alcohols that are water washable and more cosmetically and aesthetically acceptable.

  NASCRMhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormNasal Cream
  OPCRMhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOphthalmic Cream
  ORCRMhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOral Cream
  OTCRMhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOtic Cream
  RECCRMhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormRectal Cream
  TOPCRMhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormTopical Cream
  VAGCRMhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormVaginal Cream
  VAGCRMAPLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormVaginal Cream with Applicator
  LTNhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormLotion

The term "lotion" has been used to categorize many topical suspensions, solutions and emulsions intended for application to the skin.

  TOPLTNhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormTopical Lotion
  OINThttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOintment

A semisolid preparation intended for external application to the skin or mucous membranes.

  NASOINThttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormNasal Ointment
  OINTAPLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOintment with Applicator
  OPOINThttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOphthalmic Ointment
  OTOINThttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOtic Ointment
  RECOINThttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormRectal Ointment
  TOPOINThttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormTopical Ointment
  VAGOINThttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormVaginal Ointment
  VAGOINTAPLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormVaginal Ointment with Applicator
  _LiquidSolidSuspensionhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormLiquidSolidSuspension

A liquid preparation which consists of solid particles dispersed throughout a liquid phase in which the particles are not soluble.

  GELhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormGel

A semisolid system consisting of either suspensions made up of small inorganic particles or large organic molecules interpenetrated by a liquid.

  GELAPLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormGel with Applicator
  NASGELhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormNasal Gel
  OPGELhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOphthalmic Gel
  OTGELhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOtic Gel
  TOPGELhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormTopical Gel
  URETHGELhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormUrethral Gel
  VAGGELhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormVaginal Gel
  VGELAPLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormVaginal Gel with Applicator
  PASTEhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormPaste

A semisolid dosage form that contains one or more drug substances intended for topical application.

  PUDhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormPudding
  TPASTEhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormToothpaste

A paste formulation intended to clean and/or polish the teeth, and which may contain certain additional agents.

  SUSPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormSuspension
  ITSUSPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormIntrathecal Suspension
  OPSUSPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOphthalmic Suspension
  ORSUSPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOral Suspension
  ERSUSPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormExtended-Release Suspension
  ERSUSP12http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugForm12 Hour Extended-Release Suspension
  ERSUSP24http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugForm24 Hour Extended Release Suspension
  OTSUSPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOtic Suspension
  RECSUSPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormRectal Suspension
  _SolidDrugFormhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormSolidDrugForm
  BARhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormBar
  BARSOAPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormBar Soap
  MEDBARhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormMedicated Bar Soap
  CHEWBARhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormChewable Bar

A solid dosage form usually in the form of a rectangle that is meant to be chewed.

  BEADhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormBeads

A solid dosage form in the shape of a small ball.

  CAKEhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormCake
  CEMENThttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormCement

A substance that serves to produce solid union between two surfaces.

  CRYShttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormCrystals

A naturally produced angular solid of definite form in which the ultimate units from which it is built up are systematically arranged; they are usually evenly spaced on a regular space lattice.

  DISKhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormDisk

A circular plate-like organ or structure.

  FLAKEhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormFlakes
  GRANhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormGranules

A small particle or grain.

  GUMhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormChewingGum

A sweetened and flavored insoluble plastic material of various shapes which when chewed, releases a drug substance into the oral cavity.

  PADhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormPad
  MEDPADhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormMedicated Pad
  PATCHhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormPatch

A drug delivery system that contains an adhesived backing and that permits its ingredients to diffuse from some portion of it (e.g., the backing itself, a reservoir, the adhesive, or some other component) into the body from the external site where it is applied.

  TPATCHhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormTransdermal Patch
  TPATH16http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugForm16 Hour Transdermal Patch
  TPATH24http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugForm24 Hour Transdermal Patch
  TPATH2WKhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormBiweekly Transdermal Patch
  TPATH72http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugForm72 Hour Transdermal Patch
  TPATHWKhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormWeekly Transdermal Patch
  PELLEThttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormPellet

A small sterile solid mass consisting of a highly purified drug (with or without excipients) made by the formation of granules, or by compression and molding.

  PILLhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormPill

A small, round solid dosage form containing a medicinal agent intended for oral administration.

  CAPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormCapsule

A solid dosage form in which the drug is enclosed within either a hard or soft soluble container or "shell" made from a suitable form of gelatin.

  ORCAPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOral Capsule
  ENTCAPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormEnteric Coated Capsule
  ERENTCAPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormExtended Release Enteric Coated Capsule
  ERCAPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormExtended Release Capsule

A solid dosage form in which the drug is enclosed within either a hard or soft soluble container made from a suitable form of gelatin, and which releases a drug (or drugs) in such a manner to allow a reduction in dosing frequency as compared to that drug (or drugs) presented as a conventional dosage form.

  ERCAP12http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugForm12 Hour Extended Release Capsule
  ERCAP24http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugForm24 Hour Extended Release Capsule
  ERECCAPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormExtended Release Enteric Coated Capsule

Rationale: Duplicate of code ERENTCAP. Use code ERENTCAP instead.

  TABhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormTablet

A solid dosage form containing medicinal substances with or without suitable diluents.

  ORTABhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormOral Tablet
  BUCTABhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormBuccal Tablet
  SRBUCTABhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormSustained Release Buccal Tablet
  CAPLEThttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormCaplet
  CHEWTABhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormChewable Tablet

A solid dosage form containing medicinal substances with or without suitable diluents that is intended to be chewed, producing a pleasant tasting residue in the oral cavity that is easily swallowed and does not leave a bitter or unpleasant after-taste.

  CPTABhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormCoated Particles Tablet
  DISINTABhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormDisintegrating Tablet

A solid dosage form containing medicinal substances which disintegrates rapidly, usually within a matter of seconds, when placed upon the tongue.

  DRTABhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormDelayed Release Tablet
  ECTABhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormEnteric Coated Tablet
  ERECTABhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormExtended Release Enteric Coated Tablet
  ERTABhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormExtended Release Tablet

A solid dosage form containing a drug which allows at least a reduction in dosing frequency as compared to that drug presented in conventional dosage form.

  ERTAB12http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugForm12 Hour Extended Release Tablet
  ERTAB24http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugForm24 Hour Extended Release Tablet
  ORTROCHEhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormLozenge/Oral Troche

A solid preparation containing one or more medicaments, usually in a flavored, sweetened base which is intended to dissolve or disintegrate slowly in the mouth.

  SLTABhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormSublingual Tablet
  VAGTABhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormVaginal Tablet
  POWDhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormPowder

An intimate mixture of dry, finely divided drugs and/or chemicals that may be intended for internal or external use.

  TOPPWDhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormTopical Powder
  RECPWDhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormRectal Powder
  VAGPWDhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormVaginal Powder
  SUPPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormSuppository

A solid body of various weights and shapes, adapted for introduction into the rectal, vaginal, or urethral orifice of the human body; they usually melt, soften, or dissolve at body temperature.

  RECSUPPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormRectal Suppository
  URETHSUPPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormUrethral suppository
  VAGSUPPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormVaginal Suppository
  SWABhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormSwab

A wad of absorbent material usually wound around one end of a small stick and used for applying medication or for removing material from an area.

  MEDSWABhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormMedicated swab
  WAFERhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormWafer

A thin slice of material containing a medicinal agent.

  APPFULhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormApplicatorful
  PUFFhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormPuff
  SCOOPhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormScoops
  SPRYhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormSprays
  _AdministrableDrugFormhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormAdministrableDrugForm
  _DispensableDrugFormhttp://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-orderableDrugFormDispensableDrugForm

Explanation of the columns that may appear on this page:

Level A few code lists that FHIR defines are hierarchical - each code is assigned a level. In this scheme, some codes are under other codes, and imply that the code they are under also applies
System The source of the definition of the code (when the value set draws in codes defined elsewhere)
Code The code (used as the code in the resource instance)
Display The display (used in the display element of a Coding). If there is no display, implementers should not simply display the code, but map the concept into their application
Definition An explanation of the meaning of the concept
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History

DateActionAuthorCustodianComment
2022-10-18reviseMarc DuteauTSMGFixing missing metadata; up-349
2020-05-06reviseTed KleinVocabulary WGMigrated to the UTG maintenance environment and publishing tooling.
2014-03-26reviseVocabulary (Woody Beeler) (no record of original request)2014T1_2014-03-26_001283 (RIM release ID)Lock all vaue sets untouched since 2014-03-26 to trackingId 2014T1_2014_03_26