Chapter 4 Flashcards
1
Q
Antacid
A
Relieves gastritis, ulcer pain, indigestion, and heartburn
2
Q
Antianginal
A
Relieves heart pain
3
Q
Anticoagulant
A
Dissolves or prevents blood clots
4
Q
Anticonvulsant
A
Prevents seizures
5
Q
Antidepressants
A
Prevents depression
6
Q
Antiemetic
A
Prevents nausea and vomiting
7
Q
Antihyperlipidemic
A
Lowers high cholesterol levels
8
Q
Antihypertensive
A
Reduces high blood pressure
9
Q
Antipruritic
A
Prevents or releases itching
10
Q
Antispasmodic
A
Relieves intestinal cramping
11
Q
Bronchodilator
A
Dilates bronchial tubes in the lung
12
Q
Analgesic
A
Without pain kills pain
13
Q
Hypoglycemic
A
Reduces blood sugar levels
14
Q
Hypolipidemic
A
Reduces blood lipid levels
15
Q
Keratolyic
A
Destroys hard skin layers such as warts
