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Pharmacology
Therapeutic Classifications
Question | Answer |
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adrenergic blocking agent | affects alpha & beta receptors of adrenergic nerves |
adrenergic agent | mimic activity of sympathetic nervous system (unconscious) i.e. epinephrine (adrenaline) |
analgesic agent | relieves pain |
antacid agent | neutralize or reduce stomach acidity |
anthelmintic agent | kills parasitic worms |
antianginal agent | promote vasodilation for reduce chest pain |
anxiolytic or antianxiety agent | acts on brain to relieve symptoms of anxiety |