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Drug Classifications
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Term | Definition |
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ACEinhibitor | Inhibits conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II, a potent vasocontrictor. ex: relaxation of blood vessels occur (vasodialator) |
Aminoglycoside | Used 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 |
Anthelmintic | Eradicates intestinal worms |
Anti-acne | Controls acne vulgaris |
Antianginal | Dialates 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 |