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DT261-CommonMedical
Drugs Commonly Prescribed for Medical Conditions
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Antihistamine Drugs | Used to counteract the effects of allergies. Examples: Benadryl, Dramamine, Chlor-Trimeton, Dimetane, Vistaril, and Claritin. |
| Anti-Inflammatory Drugs | Used to relieve inflammation from arthritis and inflammatory conditions. Examples: Celebrex, Clindoril, Feldene, Tolectin, Nalfon and Indocin. |
| Antidepressant Drugs | Used to treat depression, include SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors). Examples: Prozac, Zoloft, Paxil, Luvox and Celexa. |
| Anticonvulsant Drugs | Used to control convulsions and seizures. Examples: Phenobarbital, Dilantin, Zarontin, Valium and Ativan. |