Drug Classification Word Scramble
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Term | Definition |
Antiarrhythmic | Drugs used to treat irregular heart rhythms. Depresses the action of the heart to combat irregularities in its rhythm. |
Antiarthritic | Reduces inflammation of joints |
Antibacterial | Destructive or preventing bacterial growth. Kills bacterial (topical) |
Antibiotic | Drugs used to destroy microorganisms. Kills bacteria and prevents infection |
Anticholesterol | Lowers cholesterol |
Anticholinergic | Drugs that are antagonistic to the action of parasympathetic or other cholinergic |
Anticoagulant | Slows clotting of blood to prevent blood clot formation in the treatment of thrombosis and embolism |
Anticonvulsant | Prevents or arrests seizures |
Antidepressant | Agent in treating depression. Classified as SSRIs, TCAs, MAOIs |
Antidiabetic | Used to treat diabetes |
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