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"Anti"-classes
The "Against" Classes
Question | Answer |
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antacid | relieves gastritis, ulcer pain, indigestion and heartburn |
antianginal | relieves heart pain |
anticoagulant | dissolves or prevents blood clots |
anti convulsant | prevents seizures |
antidepressant | prevents depression |
antidiarrheal | stops diarrhea |
antiemetic | prevents nausea and vomiting |
antihistamine | blocks the effects of histamine |
antihyperlipidemic | lowers high cholesterol levels |
antihypertensive | reduces high blood pressure |
antiinflammatory | reduces inflammation |
antipruritic | prevents or relieves itching |
antispasmodic | relieves intestinal cramping |
antitussive | relieves coughing by inhibiting cough relex |