DRUG CLASSIFICATIONS Flashcards
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ANALGESIC
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A drug that interferes with the perception of pain, or that relieves pain without the loss of consciousness
(Asprin, ibuprophen)
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ALKALINIZING AGENT
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An agent that conbines with hydrogen ion to increase blood pH or make it more alkaline
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ANTACID
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An alkaline substance that may be used to “buffer” pH. Used for the relief of syptoms associated with hyperacidity and peptic ulcer disease
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ANTIANGINAL
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A home medication used to treat angina by dialating systemic and coronary arteries and decreasing vascular resistance. Dialating systemic vessels decreases preload and afterload, decreasing stress on the heart
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ANTIBIOTIC
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A drug used to stop the growth of (bacteriostatic) or kill (bacteriocidal) bacteria
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