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MED 115a - Drug Categories Flashcards

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Analgesic

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A drug that selectively suppresses pain without producing sedation

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Analgesic (Narcotic)

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A drug that inhibits severe pain - can produce tolerance and dependency

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Anesthetic

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A drug that eliminates pain voluntary muscle control by inducing unconsciousness

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Antacid

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A drug that neutralizes hydrochloric acid in the GI tract

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Antibiotic/Antibacterial (Abx)

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A drug used to treat infections by killing pathogenic bacteria

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Antianxiety

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A drug used to relieve conditions involving anxiety, tension, or nervousness

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Antiarrhythmic

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Increases the force and efficiency of the heartbeat

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Anticoagulants

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There are drugs that slow the blood clotting process. Regular blood tests (INR/PTT) are done on a regular basis to remain within safe limits

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Anticonvulsant

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A drug used to prevent seizures

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Antidepressant

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A psychotherapeutic drug that produces mood elevations

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Antidiarrheal

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A drug that reduces diarrhea

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Antiemetic

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A drug that reduces nausea and therefore prevents vomiting

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Antiepileptic

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Used to prevent seizures

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Antifungal

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A drug used to treat fungal infections

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Antihistamine

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A drug used to decrease the symptoms of inflammation caused by histamine released during an allergic reaction

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Antihypertensive

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A drug that lowers high blood pressure

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Anti-inflammatory Analgesics

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A drug used to decrease the symptoms of inflammation by inhibiting the release of prostaglandins

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Antineoplastic

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A drug used to treat cancer

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Antipsychotic

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A drug used to treat various forms of psychotic disorders

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Antipyretic

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A drug that reduces fever

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Antispasmodic

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A drug used to stop spasms of voluntary or involuntary muscles

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Antitussive

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A drug that suppresses coughing

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Antivertigo

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A drug that reduces episodes of recurrent vertigo

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Antiviral

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A drug used in the treatment of viral infections (HIV, herpes)

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Bronchodilator

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A drug that dilates the bronchi of the lungs to increase airflow

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Corticosteriods

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Topical, oral, or inhaled drugs used to decrease inflammation

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Decongestant

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A drug that decreases congestion of the mucous membranes of the sinuses and nose

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Diuretics

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A drug used to treat edema and hypertension by causing the kidneys to excrete more water and with it also sodium and potassium. Regular blood tests (electrolytes) are ordered to make sure normal blood values are maintained.

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Expectorant

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A drug that thins mucus in the respiratory tract to make it easier to cough up

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GI Motility Modifier

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Stimulates the upper GI tract smooth muscle without increasing acid secretion

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H2 Receptor Antagonist

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A medication that inhibits gastric acid secretion

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Immunosuppressants

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Medications which are used after organ transplants

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Insulins

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Medications that stimulate carbohydrate metabolism by increasing the movement of glucose into the cells

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Laxative

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A drug that relieves constipation

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Narcotic Antagonist

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A drug that reverses life-threatening respiratory depression due to incorrect or excessive narcotic dosage

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Oral Hypoglycemic

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A drug used to stimulate insulin secretion from the pancreatic cells

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Parasympatholy

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Medications which have several effects on the GI tract. They decrease GI motility and spasm and decrease secretions

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Prophylactic

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From a Greek word meaning to keep guard before. A drug which is administered before the onset of disease or other condition to prevent its occurence (birth control pill, flu shots etc)

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Sedative/Hypnotic

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A drug that produces sleep

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Stimulant

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A drug that stimulates physical motor and mental activity

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Topical Anesthetic

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Anesthetics that aid itching, deaden nerve endings, and can provided local pain relief to the skin.

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Topical Antibacterials

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Used to clean skin prior to surgery

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Vasodilator

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A drug that relaxes and dilates the smooth muscle of blood vessels to improve blood flow

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Vasopressor

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A drug that constricts smooth muscle of blood vessels to increase blood pressure

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