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Drug Classifications
Term | Definition |
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Antitussive | Relieves cough |
Anticoagulant | Prevents or delays blood clotting |
Analgesic | Relieves pain |
Antacid | Neutralizes Stomach Acid |
Contraceptive | Prevents conception and pregnancy |
Bronchodilator | Dilates the bronchi |
Laxative | Loosens stool and encourages bowel elimination |
Antidepressant | Prevents or relieves the symptoms of depression |
Anticonvulsant | Prevents or relieves convulsions |
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) | Relieves fever, pain, and inflammation |
Antimanic | Treats the manic episode of manic-depressive disorder |
Antifungal | Kills fungi and yeast |
Vasopressor | Elevates blood pressure by constricting blood vessels |
Antidote | Counteracts poisons and their effect |
Anesthetic | Produces a lack of feeling |
Hemostatic | Controls bleeding |
Antibiotic | Inhibits or destroys bacteria |
Diuretic | Increases urination |
Hypoglycemia | Lowers blood glucose levels |
Hypnotic | Produces sleep |
Sedative | Produces a calming effect |
Antianxiety | Relieves anxiety and muscle tension |
Muscle Relaxant | Relaxes muscles |
Antiarrhythmic | Controls cardiac arrhythmias |
Anticholinergic | Blocks parasympathetic nerve impulses |
Antidiarrheal | Prevents or relieves diarrhea |
Antipsychotic | Treats psychotic symptoms |
Antineoplastic | Kills malignant cells |
Expectorant | Increases removal of bronchopulmonary mucous secretions |
Vasodilator | Lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels |
Tranquilizer | Reduces tension and anxiety |