Prefix "Anti-" Flashcards
Antibiotic
A type of medication that is used to treat bacterial infections by killing or inhibiting the growth of bacteria
Antifungal
A substance or medication used to treat fungal infection or inhibit the growth of fungi
Antiviral
Medication or substance that are effective against viruses , treat viral infection
Antiseptic
A substance that is applied to living tissue (such as skin) to reduce the risk of infection , typically killing or inhibiting the growth of microorganism
Antipyretic
A medication use to reduce fever and lower body temperature often use to relieve fever-related symptom
Anticoagulant
A medication that prevent the formation of blood clots which can be usefu in preventing or treating condition like deep vein thrombosis )DVT or pulmonary embolism
Antihistamine
A medication that counteracts the effect of histamine , chemical involves an allergic reaction. Relieve symptoms like itching , sneezing and runny nose
Anticonvulsant
Medications used to prevent or control seizures, often prescribed for
individuals with epilepsy or other seizure disorders.
Antidepressant
Medications used to treat depression and other mood disorders by affecting neurotransmitters in the brain to improve mood and emotional well-being.
Antiemetic
A medication that helps prevent or reduce nausea and vomiting , commonly used in cancer chemotherapy and for managing motion sickness
Antihypertensive
Medication used to lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease
Anticoagulant
The process preventing the formation of blood clots
Anti-parasitic
Substance or medication use to treat or prevent infections caused by parasites such as protozoa of helminths
Antifibrinolytic
Medication that inhibits the breakdown of fibrin , protein involved in blood clots formation , used to control bleeding
