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drug categories and actions Flashcards

1
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analgesic

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relieves mild to severe pain

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anesthetic

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prevents sensation of pain

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antacid/antiulcer

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neutralizes stomach acid

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anthelmintic

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kills, paralyzes, or inhibits the growth of parasitic worms

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antidysrythmic (antiarrhythmic)

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normalizes heartbeat

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antiasthmatic

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treats or prevents asthma attacks

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antibiotics (antibacterial)

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kills bacterial microorganisms or inhibits their growth

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anticoagulant

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prevents blood form clotting

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anticonvulsant

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relieves or 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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antidiarrheal

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relieves diarrhea

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antiemetic

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prevents or relieves nausea and vomiting

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antifungal

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kills or inhibits growth of fungi

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antihistamine

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counteracts the effects of histamine and relieves allergic symptoms

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antihypertensive

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reduces blood pressure

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antiinflammatory

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reduces inflammation

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antineoplastic

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prevents or inhibits the growth of cancer

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antipyretic

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reduces fever

20
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antiseptic

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reduces growth of microorganisms

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antitussive

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inhibits cough reflex

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bronchodilator

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dilates bronchi

23
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decongestant

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relieves congestion

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diuretic

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  • increases urine output
  • reduces blood pressure
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expectorant

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liquefies mucus in bronchi

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hemostatic

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controls or stops bleeding by promoting coagulation

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hypnotic

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induces sleep or relaxation

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stimulant

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increases activity of brain and other organs

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vasoconstrictor

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  • constricts blood vessels
  • increases blood pressure
30
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vasodilator

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  • dilates blood vessels
  • decreases blood pressure

Introduction to pharmacology (6 decks)

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