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OTC #1 Class/Uses
What are the uses for each Drug Class?
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 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. |