classes of drugs Flashcards

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what are sedatives/ hypnotics?

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used as a relaxation diazepam or sedation

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what are anticonvulsants?

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used for people that suffer with epilepsy

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3
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what are antibiotics?

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used to treat bacterial infection such as penicillin

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what are analgesics?

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painkillers

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what are diuretics?

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they help you urinate more and treat high blood pressure

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what is a Anticoagulant?

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they are blood thinners

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