Pharm Names Flashcards
1
Q
-Lol
A
Beta blocker
HTN, angina, arrhythmias
2
Q
-mycin
A
Antibiotic
Strong. Ringing in ears. Kidney issues.
3
Q
-pril
A
Ace inhibitor
HTN and heart failure
4
Q
-statin
A
Lowers cholesterol
5
Q
Contains “vir”
A
Antiviral
6
Q
-pam
-lam
A
Benzodiazepine
Anti anxiety, anticonvulsant, relaxant
7
Q
-dipine
A
Calcium channel blocker
hypertension, angina, disarhythmia
8
Q
-sone
A
Glucocorticoids, steroids
alter immune response and reduce inflammation
9
Q
-tidine
A
Antacid and Histamine reducers (but a PPI is better)
Allergies, alleviate heartburn reflux and ulcers
10
Q
Contains “nitr”
A
Nitrates
vasodilation and angina
11
Q
-zole
-prazole
A
PPI
Ulcers, anti erosive
12
Q
Contains “sulf”
A
Sulfonamides
prevent bacterial growth and infections
13
Q
-zide
A
Thiazide diuretics
HTN, edema
14
Q
-ase
A
Thrombolitics
Dissolve clots
15
Q
Contains “thy”
A
Thyroid hormones
