Medicationš¤ Flashcards
1
Q
Antipyretics
A
Reduce body temperature
2
Q
Diuretics
A
Increase formation of urine
3
Q
Antihistamines
A
Block the effect of histamine
4
Q
Hypnotics
A
Induce sleep
5
Q
Sedatives
A
Produce sleeping effect
6
Q
Mydiatrics
A
Dilate pupils in the eye
7
Q
Myotics
A
Constrict pupils
8
Q
Antipasmodics
A
Relieve spasms of smooth muscle
9
Q
Antacid
A
Neutralize acid in stomach
10
Q
Antibiotic
A
Kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria in body
11
Q
Antihistamines
A
Reduce allergic reactions
12
Q
Bronchodilator
A
Dilate bronchi
13
Q
Anaesthetic
A
Cause loss of sensation
14
Q
Anthelmintic
A
Kill or paralyze the interstitial worm and expel from the body
15
Q
Cathartic
A
Help to evacuate bowels
16
Q
Tranquilizer
A
Calm body and mental tension
17
Q
Anticoagulant
A
Dissolve blood clots
18
Q
Mucolytic
A
Break down mucus and relieve congestion in tracheo - bronchial tree
