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"Anti"-classes
The "Against" Classes
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 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 |