Medication Classifications Flashcards
1
Q
Antacids
A
reduce hydrochloric acid in the stomach
2
Q
Antianemics
A
increase blood cell production
3
Q
Anticholinergics
A
decrease oral secretions
4
Q
Anticoagulants
A
prevent clot formation
5
Q
Anticonfulsants
A
used for management of seizures and or bipolar disorder
6
Q
Antidiarrheals
A
decreases gastric motility and reduce water in bowel
7
Q
antihistamines
A
block the release of histamine
8
Q
Antihypertensives
A
lower blood pressure and increase blood flow
9
Q
anti infectives
A
used for treatment of infections
10
Q
bronchodilators
A
dilates large air passages in asthma or lung disease
11
Q
diuretics
A
decreases water/ sodium from the loop of Henle
12
Q
Laxatives
A
promotes the passage of stool
13
Q
Miotics
A
Constricts the pupils
14
Q
Mydriatics
A
dilates the pupils
15
Q
Narcotics/ analgesics
A
relieves moderate to severe pain
