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Drug Classifications
Common drug classifications and what they do
Question | Answer |
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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 |