Drug Class Definitions Flashcards
Block the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II. Avoiding Angiotensin II may avoid increased blood pressure and vasoconstriction. They usually have the suffix “PRIL”
A.C.E. Inhibitors
Block Angiotensin 2 enzymes from specific receptor sites. Avoiding Angiotensin 2 activity helps prohibit vasoconstriction. They usually have the suffix “ARTAN”
A2RB
inhibit the reproduction of new Bacteria cells
anti-biotics
suppress the rapid firing of neurons in the nervous system (brain)
anti-convulsant
lower glucose levels in the blood. They are only used to treat Type II Diabetes.
Anti-Diabetics / Sulfonylureas
are used as anti-anxiety agents, muscle relaxants, sedatives, and hypnotics. They usually have the suffix “PAM”.
Benzodiazepines
Block adrenaline receptors, which are part of the central nervous system and mediate a “Fight or flight” response, which would cause actions in the heart. They usually have the suffix “OLOL”.
Beta Blockers
work by blocking calcium channels in cardiac muscle and blood vessels, thereby slowing down activity in the heart.
Calcium Channel Blockers
primarily used to treat hypertension. They promote evacuation of water from the body, which decreases the load on the cardiovascular system.
Diuretics
They inhibit the body’s cholesterol production and usually have the suffix “STATIN”
HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors
commonly used as pain killers and Fever Reducers. They are non-narcotic and can be sold OTC.
NSAID
(non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)
provide an analgesic effect by decreasing the perception of pain and increase pain tolerance.
opioid
Inhibit the action of the gastric proton pump, thereby reducing gastric acid production. They usually have the suffix “PRAZOLE”.
Proton Pump Inhibitors
increase the body’s Seratonin level by inhibiting its re-uptake into the Presynaptic cell. Commonly indicated as an Anti-Depressant.
SSRI
