Medication Classification Flashcards
1
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Antacids
A
reduces hydrochloric acid in the stomach
2
Q
Anti-anemic
A
increase blood cell production
3
Q
Anticholingergics
A
decreases oral secretions
4
Q
Anticoagulants
A
prevents clot formation
5
Q
Anticonvulsants
A
used for management of seizures and/or bipolar disorder
6
Q
Antidiarrheals
A
decrease gastric motility and reduce water in bowel
7
Q
Antihistamines
A
Block release of histamine
8
Q
Anti-hypertensives
A
lower blood pressure and increase blood flow
9
Q
Anti-infectives
A
used for the treatment of infections
10
Q
bronchodilators
A
dilates large air passages in asthma or lung diseases (Ex: COPD)
11
Q
Diuretics
A
decreases water/sodium from the loop of Henle
12
Q
Laxatives
A
promotes passage of stool
13
Q
Miotics
A
constricts the pupil
14
Q
Mydriatics
A
dilates the pupils
15
Q
Narcotics/Analgesics
A
relieves moderate to severe pain
