DRUGS Flashcards
1
Q
Analgesics
A
Pain relieving drugs
2
Q
Anesthetics
A
Produce Local numbness
3
Q
Antacids
A
Neutralize acidity
4
Q
Anticoagulants
A
Prevent coagulation of blood
5
Q
ANtibiotics
A
Kill bacteria or inhibit growth
6
Q
Antidotes
A
Substances that prevent the action of poision
7
Q
Antifungals
A
Drugs that kill fungi or inhibit their growth
8
Q
Antipruritics
A
Relieve itching
9
Q
Antipyretics
A
Reduce body temperature
10
Q
Antispasmodics
A
Relieve muscle spasm
11
Q
Antitussives
A
Prevent coughing
12
Q
Astringents
A
Cause contraction or puckering action
13
Q
Carminatives
A
Relieve flatulence in the intestinal tract
14
Q
Cathartics
A
Evacuate substances from the bowels
15
Q
Cuastics
A
Burning agents
