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PT Drug Classif.
basic drug classifications
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| antacid | relieves gastritis, ulcer pain, indegestion and heartburn |
| antianginal | releives heart pain |
| anticonvulsant | prevents seizures |
| antidepressant | prevents depression |
| antidiarrheal | stops diarrhea |
| antiemetic | prevents nausea and vomiting |
| antihistamine | blocks the effects of histamine |
| antihyperlipidemic | lowers high cholesterol levels |
| antihypertensive | reduces high blood preassure |
| anti-inflammatory | reduces inflammation |
| antipruitic | prevents or relieves itching |
| antispasmodic | relieves intestinal cramping |
| antitussive | relieves coughing by inhibiting cough reflex |