Pharmaco Classification Flashcards
1
Q
Antacids
A
Reduce hydrochloric acid located in the stomach
2
Q
Antianemics
A
Increases the production of red blood cells
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
