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Drug Classification
Frequently used drug classes
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Analgesics | Tx. of pain (Aspirin) |
| Antacids | Decrease Acid (Prevacid) |
| Antiinfectives (Antibiotics) | Tx. of bacterial (PCN), viral or fungal infection |
| Anticoagulants | Prevent/tx. of thromboembolitic disorders (inhibits clot formation)HEPARIN-given parenterally,subcu or IV.Antidote(Protamine Sulfate)COUMADIN-given orally.Antidote (Vitamin K) |
| Anticonvulsants | Inhibits Na or Ca influx into brain, inhibits neurotransmitters into brain (Dilantin)Needs to have blood levels drawn and normal is 10-20 |
| Antideppressants | Treat depression (Prozac) |
| Antidiabetic *4 things diabetics need to worry about* (diet,exercise,insulin,glucose) | Decreases Blood glucose levels (Insulin,Glucophage) |
| Antilipidemic | Decrease fats in blood (Lipitor) |
| Antihypertensive (high blood pressure) | Decrease Blood pressure (relaxes the smooth muscle) |
| Antihistamines/Antipruritics | Decrease itching, stop allergic reaction (Benedryl) |
| Antiinflammatory (non-steridal) | Decreases swelling (Advil) |
| Antipyretics | Reduce fever (Tylenol) |
| Antiseptics/disinfectics | free from infection (Betadine) |
| Bronchodilator | Open Up airways (Theophylline) |
| Coagulants | Helps clots form |
| Diuretics | Increase flow of urine (Lasix) |
| Expectorants | Enhance output of resp. fluid (Robitussin) |
| Antianemics | Increase RBC formation (Iron) |
| Hormones | Specific to endocrine target (Estrogen) |
| Hypnotic | CNS depression (Valium) |
| Laxative (parasalic action) | Promotes BM (Do not use prolonged time) (Colace,Dulcolax) |
| Minerals | Prevents imbalance (Calcium) |
| Narcotics (moderate to severe) | Alter perception and response to stimuli-morphine (pain med) |
| Non steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAIDS) | Decrease pain and swelling |
| Oral Contraceptive | Inhibit ovulation |
| Oxytoxic | Stimulates uterine contraction-induce labor |
| Sedative | Relax,rest and sleep (versed) They are CNS depressants and you can develop drug dependency and tolerance (types=tranquilizers,Barbiturates and Benzodiazpines) (Meds=Dalmane,Ambien,Ativan,Xanax) |
| Vaccines | Prevent/kill microorganisms |
| Vasoconstrictors | Constricts blood vessels, (increase BP) |
| Vasodilators | Dilates vein (tx. of HTN) (Lopressor) |
| Narcotic | Moderate to severe pain relief (Morphine,Demerol,Oxycodone,Codeine,Hydrocodone Narcan is given to reverse action of narcotics |
| Nitrates/Antianginals | Treat Anginal Pectoris.Promote vasodilation in the heart, thereby increasing circulation and decreasing chest pain.Given sublingual (Nitroglycerin) can cause hypotension and fainting |
| Benzodiazepines | Potent hypnotic and sedative action,used for anxiety,muscle relaxation,seizures,and sleep induction. (Valium,Xanax,Librium) |
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