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Drug Classifications
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Term | Definition |
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Aceinhibitor | Inhibits conversion of angiotension 1 to angiotension2, a potent vasoconstrictor, i.e. relaxation of blood vessels occur |
Aminoglycoside | to treat serious infections by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis by binding to ribosomal subunits. Dose to be adjusted according to plasma concentrations in the blood |
Analgesic | used to relieve pain. Suppresses pain without rendering the patient unconscious |
Anesthetic | reduces or eliminate pain, general, local, or topical |
Anorexiant | used to decrease appetite |
Antacid | Neutralizes excess gastric acid |
Anthelmaintic | Eradicates intestinal worms |
Anti-acne | Controls acne vulgaris |
Antianginal | Dilates blood vessels; used to treat angina pectoris, pain in the chest |
Antianxiety | Used in the treatment of anxiety disorders that do not require excessive sedation |