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Ca+ channel blocker prevent calcium from entering cells of the heart and blood vessel walls, resulting in lower blood pressure.
Erectile dysfunction enhancing the effects of nitric oxide, a natural chemical your body produces that relaxes muscles in the penis
Anesthetics inhibiting excitation of nerve endings or by blocking conduction in peripheral nerves
ACE inhibitor (inhibit) the activity of the enzyme ACE- decreases the production of angiotensin II. As a result, blood vessels enlarge or dilate, and blood pressure is reduced.
Benzodiazepine enhance the effect of the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) at receptor- Results in sedative, hypnotic (sleep-inducing), anxiolytic (anti-anxiety), anticonvulsant, and muscle relaxant properties.
Antilipidemic promote reduction of lipid levels in the blood
Corticosteroid provide relief for inflamed areas of the body. They lessen swelling, redness, itching, and allergic reactions. (asthma, arthritis, skin problems)
Beta blocker manage abnormal heart rhythms, and to protect the heart from a second heart attack
Penicillin (Antibiotic) effective against many bacterial infections caused by staphylococci and streptococci.
Oral hypoglycemic treatment of type 2 diabetes
Proton pump inhibitor long-lasting reduction of stomach acid production.
Antiviral treating viral infections
Thrombolytic dissolve dangerous clots in blood vessels, improve blood flow, and prevent damage to tissues and organs
Antiemetic effective against vomiting and nausea. used to treat motion sickness, side effects to opioid analgesics, general anaesthetics, and chemotherapy
Bronchodilator dilates the bronchi and bronchioles, decreasing resistance in the respiratory airway and increasing airflow to the lungs.
Anticoagulant blood thinners
Antiulcer prevent or treat ulcers @ wall of the stomach or duodenum
Antihistamine treat allergic rhinitis and other allergies
Antibiotic inhibits the growth of or destroys microorganisms.
Tricyclic antidepressants antidepressants
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor ( SSRIs) treat major depressive disorder and anxiety disorder
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