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Chapter 8 Vocab
Question | Answer |
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Analgesic | A drug that relives pain by reducing the perception of pain |
Anti-inflammatory | A drug that reduces swelling, redness, and pain that promotes healing |
Antipyretic | A drug that reduces fever |
Antitussive | A drug that can decrease the coughing reflex of the central nervous system |
ASA | Acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) |
Behind-The-Counter (BTC) | Medications that do not require a prescription but are still monitored and require the permission of the pharmacist to purchase |
Bulk Forming | fiber used to treat constipation or induce a feeling of fullness to decrease appetite |
Expectorant | chemical that aids in the removal of mucus in the respiratory system |
OTC | over the counter medications |
ROA | route of administration |