Drug Classification Flashcards
1
Q
Anticoagulant
A
Influence blood clotting
2
Q
Antihyperlipidemic
A
Lower blood cholesterol
3
Q
Antihypertensive
A
Lower Blood Pressure
4
Q
Antidysrhythmic
A
Restore normal cardiac rhythm
5
Q
Antianginal
A
Treat angina
6
Q
Diuretic
A
Lowers plasma volume
7
Q
Calcium Channel Blocker
A
Blocks heart calcium channels
8
Q
Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor
A
Blocks hormonal activity
9
Q
Adrenergic Antagonist
A
Blocks physiological reactions to stress
10
Q
Vasodilator
A
Dilates peripheral blood vessels