classes of drugs Flashcards
1
Q
antibiotic
A
against bacteria
2
Q
antidepressant
A
against depression
3
Q
antihistamine
A
against allergies
4
Q
analgesic
A
against pain
5
Q
anticoagulant
A
against clotting
6
Q
anesthetic
A
reduces pain/ sensation
7
Q
antidiabetic
A
against diabetes mellitus
8
Q
sedative
A
relaxes/ calms nervousness
9
Q
stimulant
A
excited/promotes energy
10
Q
tranquilizer
A
drug used to control anxiety/ extreme behavior