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PT Drug Classif.
basic drug classifications
Question | Answer |
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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 |