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Classification #2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Antiarrhythmic | Drugs used to treat irregular heart rhythms. Depresses the action of the heart to combat irregularities in its rhythm |
| Antiarthritic | reduces inflammation of joints |
| Antibacterial | Destructive or preventing bacterial growth. Kills bacterial (topical) |
| Antibiotic | Drugs used to destroy microorganisms. Kill bacteria and prevents infection |
| Anticholesterol | Lowers cholesterol |
| Anticholinergic | Drugs that are antagonistic to the action of parasympathetic or other cholinergic nerve fibers |
| Anticoagulant | Slows clotting of blood to prevent blood clot formation in the treatment of thrombosis and embolism |
| Anticonvulsant | Prevents or arrests seizures |
| Antidepressant | Agent in treating depression. Classified as SSRIs, TCAs, MAOIs |
| Antidiabetic | Used to treat diabetes |