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Mod-B Week 1
Med Terms and Definitions
| TERM | DEFINITION |
|---|---|
| Aricept | Aricept improves the function of nerve cells in the brain. it works by preventing the breakdown of a chemical called acetylcholine. People with dementia usually have lower levels of this chemical, which is important for the processes of memory, thinking, |
| Spiriva | Spiriva is an anticholinergic agent. It works by enlarging the airways to allow easier breathing. It comes as a capsule containing dry powder, which is inhaled through the mouth using the HandiHaler device. Spiriva is used to prevent bronchospasm in peopl |
| Concerta | Concerta is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. Concerta is used to treat attention deficit disorder (ADD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADH |
| Aciphex | Aciphex decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach. Aciphex is used to treat symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease(GERD) andother conditions involving excessive stomach acid such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Rabeprazole is also used to p |
| Imitrex Oral | Imitrex is a headache medicine. It is believed to work by narrowing the blood vessels around the brain. It also reduces substances in the body that can trigger headache pain, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and other migraine symptoms. Imitrex tab |
| Budeprion SR | Bupropion is used to treat major depressive disorder and seasonal affective disorder. At least one brand of bupropion (Zyban) is used to help people stop smoking by reducing cravings and other withdrawal effects. |
| Pegasys | Pegasys is made from human proteins that help the body fight viral infections. Pegasys is used to treat chronic hepatitis B or C. It is often used together with another medication called ribavirin. |
| Ultram ER | Ultram is a narcotic-like pain reliever. Ultram is used to treat moderate to severe pain. Ultram extended-release is used to treat moderate to severe chronic pain when treatment is needed around the clock. |
| Fentora | Fentora contains fentanyl, a narcotic (opiod) pain medicine. Fentora tablets are used to treat "breakthrough" cancer pain that is not controlled by other medicines. This medication is not for treating pain that is not cancer-related, such as general heada |
| Asmanex | Asmanex (mometasone) is a steriod. It prevents certain cells in teh lungs and breathing passages releasing substances that cause inflammation of the airways. Asmanex twishaler is used to prevent or reduce the frequency and seriousness of bronchial asthma |
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