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Drug classes and their actions on body Flashcards

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ACE inhibitors

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used to relax veins and arteries to lower blood pressure

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Analgesics

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used in the management of pain, includes both narcotic (opioid) and non-narcotic drugs

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anesthetics

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used to decrease or eliminate sensation

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angiotensin II receptor antagonists

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helps relax veins and arteries to lower blood pressure

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antacids

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neutralizes acid in the stomach

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antiarrhythmic

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cardiovascular drug which helps to prevent or treat an abnormal heartbeat (arrhythmia)

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antianemics

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used to treat anemia by increasing the number of red blood cells or the amount of hemoglobin in the blood

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antibacterial

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destroys or stops the growth of bacteria

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antibacterial sulfonamide

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sulfa based drugs that stop the growth of bacteria

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antibiotics

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a chemical substance, produced by a microorganism, which inhibits or stops the growth of bacteria, fungi, or parasites

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anticholinergics

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drugs used to inhibit the parasympathetic nervous system to overcome involuntary muscle spasms and inhibit secretions

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anticoagulants

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used to prevent the formation of clots in blood vessels, also known as blood thinners

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anticonvulsants

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used to prevent or reduce the severity of seizures, such as in epilepsy

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antidepressants

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act as a mood elevator, to relieve the symptoms of depression

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antidiabetic

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used to treat diabetes (includes both insulins and oral hypoglycemics)

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antidiarrheal

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used to prevent or relieve diarrhea

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antiemetic

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helps to prevent vomiting and relieve nausea

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antifungals

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used to destroy or stop the growth of fungus

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antigout agents

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drugs for the treatment of gout, a painful arthritic condition caused by excessive uric acid.

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antihistamines

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block the action of histamines in the body and helps prevent allergic reactions

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antihypertensive

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used to treat high blood pressure. Includes ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor antagonists and Beta Blockers

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anti-inflammatory analgesics

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see non-steroidal anti-inflammatory analgesics (NSAID)

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antilipemic agents

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used to lower level of lipids in the blood (eg. cholesterol)

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antineoplastics

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used to treat carcinoma

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antiparkinsonian agents

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used for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease

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antipsychotics

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used to reduce mental tension and anxiety related to psychotic disorders

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antipyretic

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used to reduce body temperature

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antiseptics

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chemical agents which kill or prevent the growth of microorganisms

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antitussive expectorants

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used to facilitate expectoration and control coughing

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antiulcer

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used to inhibit the production of gastric acid to protect the gastrointestinal mucosa from acid injury
(includes histamine H2 receptor blockers and proton pump inhibitors)

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antivirals

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used for treating viral infections

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anxiolytics

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used to relieve anxiety and tension

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barbiturate

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a sedative or sleep-inducing drug

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beta blocker

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used to control hearth rhythm, treat angina and reduce high blood pressure

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bronchodilators

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used to open up constricted air passages

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cardiotonics

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promote the muscle tone of the heart to improve it’s pumping action

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cardiovascular drugs

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act on heart and blood vessels
ie. antihypertensive, anticoagulants, anti-angina agents

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cathartics

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used to treat constipation (laxative, and purgative)

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corticosteroids

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used to treat inflammatory conditions and severe allergic reactions

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diuretics

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used to increase the production of urine which aids in lowering blood pressure

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endocrine drugs

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act as body’s own naturally occurring hormones (eg. insulins, oral hypoglycemics etc)

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GI drugs

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used to relieve uncomfortable and potentially dangerous symptoms
(eg. antacids, antiemetics, antidiarrheals)

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Histamine H2 receptor blockers

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used to treat ulcers by reducing gastric acid secretion

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insulins

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antidiabetic drugs used for the metabolism of carbohydrates, which regulates the amount of glucose in the blood

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iron deficiency Tx

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used to treat anemia

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laxative

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weak cathartic used to treat constipation by loosening stools and increasing bowel movements

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local anesthetics

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used to create an absence of pain in specific location of the body without a loss of consciousness

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non-steroidal anti-inflammatory analgesics (NSAID)

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used to reduce swelling to manage joint pain in conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis

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opioid analgesic/ narcotic analgesic

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habit-forming drug used to manage moderate to severe pain

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oral hypoglycemic

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antidiabetic drugs that control hyperglycemia in stable or mild conditions of diabetes mellitus by reducing the amount of sugar in the blood

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potassium supplements

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used to replace potassium expelled in urine

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proton pump inhibitor

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used to reduce the production of acid by blocking the enzyme in the wall of the stomach that produces acid responsible for most ulcers in the stomach, esophagus and duodenum

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respiratory drugs

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act on the respiratory system
eg. bronchodilators, expectorants

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sedatives

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used to calm, relax and ease agitation, and to permit sleep

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stimulants

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used to excite and promote functional activity of vital organs

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thyroid agents

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drugs used in replacement of diminished or absent thyroid function

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upper GI motility modifier

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used to manage symptoms associated with chronic gastritis by stimulating the motility of the upper GI tract

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vasodilators

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cause the blood vessels in the heart to dilate

59
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vitamins

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essential for the maintenance of normal body functions

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