3 Drug Classifications Flashcards
1
Q
analgesic
A
relieves pain
2
Q
antacid
A
neutralizes acid
3
Q
antineoplastic
A
reduces tumor growth
4
Q
anticonvulsant
A
prevents seizures
5
Q
anticoagulant
A
prevents or delays blood clotting
6
Q
antipyretic
A
reduces fever
7
Q
antiarrhythmic
A
decreases abnormal heartbeats
8
Q
antihistamine
A
suppresses itching and other allergic responses
9
Q
antihypertensive
A
prevents or controls high blood pressure
10
Q
anti-inflammatory
A
counteracts inflammation
11
Q
antitussive
A
prevents or relieves coughs
12
Q
antiulcer
A
relieves or heals ulcers
13
Q
cardiotonic
A
increases force of cardiac contraction
14
Q
thrombolytic
A
reduces blood clot size
15
Q
diuretic
A
increases excretion of urine
