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OTC #1 Class/Uses
What are the uses for each Drug Class?
Question | Answer |
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ANALGESIC | To reduce pain and fever |
NSAID | Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory used to reduce pain and inflammation |
LOCAL ANESTHETIC | Topical numbing pain relief |
ANTACID | Settles upset stomach, reduces gas and relieve heartburn |
ANTIFUNGAL | Treats fungal infections |
LAXATIVE | To relieve constipation & soften stool |
ANTIEMETIC | To prevent vomiting & nausea |
Corticosteroid | Anti-inflammatory and immunosupressant |
Expectorant | Promotes secretion of mucous (phlegm) from respiratory tract |
ANTITUSSIVE | Used to relieve/prevent coughing |
PROTON PUMP INHIBITOR (PPI) | Pronounced and long-lasting reduction of stomach acid, acid reflux |
H2 Blocker | Meds that inhibit secretion of gastric acid, stimulated by histamine, pentagastrin, food and insulin & basal secretion. Used to treat ulcers |
H1 Blocker | Meds that block action of histamine at H1 receptor, to relieve allergies |
Laxative | Taken daily as a stool softener, stimulates intestines to absorb excess water |
What 2 laws were established as a result of the 2005 Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act (CMEA)? | OTC stimulants (used to make crystal meth) must be purchased from the pharmacy. Only 3.6g may be bought per day & no more than a total of 9g per month. |