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1
Q

What is the suffix for alpha-adrenergic blockers?

A

-azosin

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2
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What is the suffix for angiotensin II receptor blockers

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-artan

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3
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What is the suffix for angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors?

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-pril

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4
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What is the suffix for antibiotics?

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-cillin, -cycline, -floxacin, -mycin

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5
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What is the suffix for antivirals?

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-vir

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6
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What is the suffix for barbiturates?

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-barbital

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7
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What is the suffix for benzodiazepines?

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-pam

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8
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What is the suffix for beta blockers?

A

-olol

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9
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What is the suffix for calcium channel blockers?

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-pine

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10
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What is the suffix for corticosteroids?

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-olone, -sone

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11
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What is the suffix for potassium-sparing diuretics?

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-actone

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12
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What is the suffix for loop diuretics?

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-emide

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13
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What is the suffix for histamine type-2 receptor antagonists?

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-tidine

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14
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What is the suffix for HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors?

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-statin

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15
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What is the suffix for local anesthetics?

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-caine

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16
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What is the suffix for neuromuscular blockers?

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-nium

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17
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What is the suffix for opioid pain relievers?

A

-codone

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18
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What is the suffix for proton pump inhibitors?

A

-razole

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19
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What is the purpose of alpha-adrenergic blockers?

A

relax the veins and arteries so blood can easily pass through; antihypertensives

20
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What is the purpose of angiotensin II receptor blockers?

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block angiotensin II enzymes from specific receptor sites; help prohibit vasoconstriction

21
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What is the purpose of ACE inhibitors?

A

block the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II; may reduce the chance of vasoconstriction or blood pressure

22
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What is the purpose of antibiotics?

A

inhibit the growth of or kill bacteria

23
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What is the purpose of anticoagulants (blood thinners)?

A

prevent blood clots

24
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What is the purpose of anticonvulsants?

A

prevent seizures

25
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What is the purpose of antidepressants?

A

treat depression and mood disorders

26
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What is the purpose of antihistamines?

A

treat allergies

27
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What is the purpose of antipsychotics?

A

manage psychosis

28
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What is the purpose of antivirals?

A

inhibit growth of or kill viruses

29
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What is the purpose of barbiturates?

A

depress the CNS

30
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What is the purpose of benzodiazepines?

A

reduce anxiety and relax muscles

31
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What is the purpose of beta blockers?

A

reduce blood pressure and improve blood flow

32
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What is the purpose of calcium channel blockers?

A

relax and widen blood vessels

33
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What is the purpose of corticosteroids?

A

reduce inflammation

34
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What is the purpose of potassium-sparing diuretics?

A

increase the flow of urine and enhance the loss of sodium

35
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What is the purpose of loop diuretics?

A

increase the flow of urine and enhance the loss of sodium

36
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What is the purpose of histamine type-2 receptor antagonists?

A

reduce stomach acid

37
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What is the purpose of HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors?

A

inhibit cholesterol production

38
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What is the purpose of hypnotics?

A

reduce anxiety and induce sleep

39
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What is the purpose of immunosuppressants?

A

suppress the immune system

40
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What is the purpose of local anesthetics?

A

suppress the immune system

41
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What is the purpose of local anesthetics?

A

block sensation in a small area

42
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What is the purpose of neuromuscular blockers?

A

paralyze skeletal muscles

43
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What is the purpose of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)?

A

reduce pain and inflammation

44
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What is the purpose of opioid pain relievers?

A

block pain signals in the brain

45
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What is the purpose of proton pump inhibitors?

A

reduce stomach acid

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