Medication Classifications Flashcards
1
Q
Antacids
A
Reduce hydrochloric acid located in the stomach
2
Q
Anntianemics
A
increases the production of RBC
3
Q
Anticholinergics
A
decreases oral secretions
4
Q
Anticoagulants
A
prevents the formation of clots
5
Q
Anticonvulsants
A
management of seizures or bipolar disorders
6
Q
Antidiarrheals
A
reduce water in bowels and gastric motility
7
Q
Antihistamines
A
blocks the release of histamine
8
Q
Antihypertensives
A
decreases blood pressure
9
Q
Anti-infectives
A
to get rid of infections
10
Q
Bronchodilators
A
dilates the bronchi and bronchioles
11
Q
Diuretics
A
increases excretion of water/sodium from body
12
Q
Laxatives
A
loosens stools and increases bowel movements
13
Q
Miotics
A
constricts pupils of the eye
14
Q
Mydriatics
A
dilates the pupils
15
Q
Narcotics/analgesics
A
relieves pain
