Pharmacology Flashcards

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antihypertensives

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lower blood pressure

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antihistamines

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inhibit effects of histamine

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3
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diuretics

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promote urination

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4
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antitussives

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supress coughing

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5
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antidepressants

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alleviate depression

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6
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antianxiety

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decrease anxiety

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7
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contraception

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prevents conception

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8
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antipyretics

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lower fever

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9
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analgesics

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relieve pain

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10
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antibiotics

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kills bacteria

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laxatives

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promote bowel movement

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12
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antidiabetics/hypoglycemics

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lower blood sugar

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13
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anticoagulants

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slow the blood clotting process

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14
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hormones

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replace low hormone levels

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15
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anesthetics

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block sensation and or awareness

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16
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anti-inflammatories

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reduce inflammation

17
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bronchodialtors

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widen breathing passages

18
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narcotics

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relieve pain (opioids)