Class Drugs

Question 1

Analgesic

Answer 1

Used to treat pain, such as acetaminophen, aspirin, and ibuprofen.

Question 2

Antihypertensive/ADHD Agent

Answer 2

They treat high blood pressure, such as beta-blockers, angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, and calcium channel blockers. / ADHD agents treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Although these are two different types of drugs, there is some overlap in the medications that can be used to treat both conditions

Question 3

Anti-inflammatory, Topical

Answer 3

are applied directly to the skin to reduce inflammation and relieve pain. They are often used to treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis, as well as joint and muscle pain.

Question 4

Dry Eye Treatment

Answer 4

used to treat dry eye syndrome, a condition in which the eyes do not produce enough tears or the tears evaporate too quickly.

Question 5

Glaucoma agents

Answer 5

used to treat glaucoma, a condition in which pressure builds up inside the eye, damaging the optic nerve and causing vision loss.

Question 6

Gout agents

Answer 6

used to treat gout, a type of arthritis caused by a buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints.

Question 7

Muscle relaxant

Answer 7

used to treat muscle spasms, which are involuntary contractions of a muscle or group of muscles.

Question 8

NSAIDs (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory)

Answer 8

treat pain and inflammation, such as aspirin and ibuprofen.

Question 9

Ophthalmic anti-inflammatory

Answer 9

applied directly to the eye to reduce inflammation and relieve pain.

Question 10

Rheumatoid arthritis agent

Answer 10

treat rheumatoid arthritis, which is an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation and pain in the joints.

Question 11

Sedative (hypnotics)

Answer 11

Used to promote sleep

Question 12

Topical analgesics

Answer 12

are applied directly to the skin to relieve pain. They are often used to treat muscle and joint pain, as well as pain associated with conditions like arthritis.

Question 13

Antifungals

Answer 13

treat fungal infections and work by targeting the cell wall or cell membrane of the fungus, preventing it from growing and reproducing.

Question 14

Antihyperlipidemic

Answer 14

lower cholesterol levels in the blood and reduce the risk of heart disease. These medications work by blocking the production or absorption of cholesterol in the body.

Question 15

Antiarrhythmic

Answer 15

used to treat abnormal heart rhythms or arrhythmias. These medications work by slowing down or blocking the electrical impulses that cause the heart to beat irregularly.