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Drug Classifications
Common drug classifications and what they do
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| antacids | reduce hydrochloric acid located in the stomach |
| antianemics | increase the production of red blood cells |
| anticholinergics | decreases oral secretions |
| anticoagulants | prevents the formation of clots |
| anticonvulsants | management of seizures or bipolar disorders |
| antidiarrheals | reduce water in bowels and gastric mobility |
| antihistamines | blocks the release of histamine |
| antihypertensives | decreases blood pressure |
| anti infectives | to get rid of infections |
| bronchodilators | dilates the bronchi and bronchioles |
| diuretics | increases excretion of water/sodium from body |
| laxatives | loosens stool and increases bowel movements |
| miotics | constricts pupils of the eye |
| mydriatics | dilates the pupils |
| narcotics/analgesics | relieves pain |