Drug Class Definitions Flashcards

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A.C.E. Inhibitors

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Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors 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

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A.2.R.B.

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Angiotensin 2 Receptor Blockers block Angiotensin 2 enzymes from specific receptor sites. Avoiding Angiotensin 2 activity helps prohibit vasoconstriction. They usually have the suffix “ARTAN

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Anti-Biotics

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Anti-Biotics inhibit the reproduction of new Bacteria cells. There are several varieties and Drug Class Definitions of Anti-Biotics.

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Anti-Convulsants

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Anti-Convulsants suppress the rapid firing of neurons in the nervous system (brain). Also known as Anti-epileptic drugs and Anti-Seizure drugs

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Anti-Diabetics / Sulfonylureas

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lower glucose levels in the blood. They are only used to treat Type II Diabetes.

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Benzodiazepines

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Also know as “Benzos”. Benzos are used as anti-anxiety agents, muscle relaxants, sedatives, and hypnotics. They usually have the suffix “PAM

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Beta Blockers (B1)

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Also known as Beta-adrenergic blocking agents. 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

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Calcium Channel Blockers

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Calcium channel blockers work by blocking calcium channels in cardiac muscle and blood vessels, thereby slowing down activity in the heart.

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Diuretics

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Diuretics are primarily used to treat hypertension. They promote evacuation of water from the body, which decreases the load on the cardiovascular system.

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HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors

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Also known as Statins, They inhibit the body’s cholesterol production and usually have the suffix “STATIN

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NSAID

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Non Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs are commonly used as pain killers and Fever Reducers. They are non-narcotic and can be sold OTC.

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Opioid

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Opioids provide an analgesic effect by decreasing the perception of pain and increase pain tolerance.

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Proton Pump Inhibitors

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Inhibit the action of the gastric proton pump, thereby reducing gastric acid production. They usually have the suffix “PRAZOLE

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S.S.R.I

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Selective Seratonin Re-Uptake Inhibitors increase the body’s Seratonin level by inhibiting its re-uptake into the Presynaptic cell. Commonly indicated as an Anti-Depressant.

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