nervous system - pharmacology Flashcards
What is an analgesic?
Treats minor to moderate pain without loss of consciousness.
Name a brand of aspirin.
Bayer, Ecotrin
Name a brand of acetaminophen.
Tylenol
Name a brand of ibuprofen.
Motrin, Aleve
What is Excedrin?
A combination of acetaminophen, aspirin, and caffeine.
What is an anesthetic?
Produces a loss of sensation or a loss of consciousness.
Name a brand of lidocaine.
Xylocaine
Name a brand of pentobarbital.
Nembutal
Name a brand of propofol.
Diprivan
Name a brand of procaine.
Novocain
What is an anticonvulsant?
Reduces the excitability of neurons and prevents uncontrolled neuron activity associated with seizures.
Name a brand of carbamazepine.
Tegretol
Name a brand of phenobarbital.
Nembutal
What are dopaminergic drugs used for?
Treat Parkinson’s disease by replacing or increasing the strength of dopamine.
Name a brand of levodopa.
L-dopa, Larodopa
Name a brand of levodopa/carbidopa.
Sinemet
What is a hypnotic?
Promotes sleep.
Name a brand of secobarbital.
Seconal
Name a brand of temazepam.
Restoril
What is a narcotic analgesic?
Treats severe pain; has the potential to be habit forming if taken for a prolonged time.
Name a brand of morphine.
MS Contin
Name a brand of oxycodone.
OxyContin
Name a brand of meperidine.
Demerol
What is a sedative?
Has a relaxing or calming effect.
Name a brand of amobarbital.
Amytal
Name a brand of butabarbital.
Butisol
