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Analgesic

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Used to relieve mild to severe pain

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Anesthetic

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Prevents sensation of pain

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Antacid

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Neutralizes stomach acid

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Antiarrythmic

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Normalizes heartbeat

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Antibiotic

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Kills/Inhibits microorganisms

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Anticonvulsant

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Relieves/Controls seizures

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Antidepressant

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Relieves depression

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Antidiabetic

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Treats diabetes by reducing glucose

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Antiemetic

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Prevents/Reduces vomiting

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Antihistamine

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Blocks the effects of histamine; Relieves allergy symptoms

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Antipsychotic

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Controls psychotic symptoms

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Antipyretic

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Reduces fever

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Antitussive

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Inhibits cough reflex

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Antiypertensive

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Reduces high blood pressure

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Diuretic

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Increases urine output; Reduces blood pressure & cardiac output

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