module 5 test, drugs classified by action Flashcards
1
Q
anticoagulants
A
inhibit clotting of blood
2
Q
antianginals
A
increase blood flow to the heart
3
Q
antiarhymics
A
regulate the heart rate
4
Q
antihypertensives
A
control high blood pressure
5
Q
antiipidemics
A
lower abnormal blood lipid levesl
6
Q
antiplatelets
A
inhibit platelet aggregation
7
Q
cardiotnics
A
strengthen the contraction of the heart
8
Q
diuretics
A
reduce edema and increase urine output
9
Q
hemostatics
A
promote clotting of blood
10
Q
hypnotics
A
relieve anxiety and promote sleep
11
Q
antihistamines
A
reduce congestion and allergic reactions
12
Q
narcotics
A
relieve moderate to sever pain
13
Q
antitussives
A
relieve cough
14
Q
pancreatic hormone
A
reduce blood glucose
15
Q
hypoglycemics
A
reduce blood glucose
16
Q
antimetics
A
relieve nausea and control vomiting
17
Q
anticholinergics
A
reduce spasms of stomah
