Prescribed Medications Flashcards
What are analgesics used for?
To relieve pain by increasing the body’s pain threshold, altering the body’s response to pain, and relieving anxiety and fear.
Name three common narcotic analgesics.
- Fentanyl
- Morphine
- Demerol
What can narcotics cause as a side effect?
Respiratory depression.
List three non-narcotic analgesics.
- ASA
- Tylenol
- Ibuprofen
What is a mixed analgesic example?
Tylenol 3 (Acetaminophen + Codeine)
What do antacids do?
Relieve stomach discomfort by increasing stomach pH or decreasing stomach acid production.
Name two examples of antacids.
- Pantoloc
- Zantac (Ranitidine)
What is the primary function of antianginals?
To dilate peripheral and coronary arteries, reducing preload and cardiac workload.
What is a common form of nitroglycerine?
Spray, patch, or tablet.
What are the two broad categories of antiarrhythmics?
- Beta-blockers
- Calcium-channel blockers
Name one beta-blocker.
Metoprolol.
What do antibiotics combat?
Microorganisms.
List three examples of antibiotics.
- Cipro (Ciprofloxacin)
- Penicillin
- Amoxicillin (Amoxil)
What is the purpose of anticoagulants?
To prolong clotting time of the blood.
Name one anticoagulant.
Coumadin (Warfarin).
What do anticholinergics do?
Potentiate the sympathetic nervous system by blocking acetylcholine.
Give an example of an anticholinergic.
Atropine.
What are anticonvulsants used for?
To stop or control seizures by suppressing ectopic electrical activity in the brain.
Name one anticonvulsant.
Dilantin (Phenytoin).
What is the primary use of antidepressants?
To relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety.
List the four classifications of antidepressants.
- Tricyclics
- MAOIs
- SSRIs
- Atypicals
What do antiemetics do?
Prevent or relieve nausea and vomiting.
Name one antiemetic.
Dimenhydrinate (Gravol).
What is the function of antihistamines?
Relieve allergy symptoms by blocking the action of histamine.
