drug classifications Flashcards
ACE inhibitors PRIL
angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors block the conversion of angiotensin 1 to angiotensin 2.
avoiding angiotensin 2 activity amy avoid increased blood pressure and vasoconstriction.
A.2.R.B. ARTAN
angiotensin 2 receptor blockers block angiotensin 2 ezymes from specific receptor sites.
avoiding angiotensin 2 activity helps prohibit vasoconstriction.
anti-biotics inhibit the reproduction of new Bacteria cells.
There are several varieties.
There are several Drug Class defenitions
suppress the rapid firing of neurons in the nervous system (brain)
lower glucose levels in the blood.
ONLY used to treat idabetes type II
used as anti-anxiety agents, muslce relaxants, sedatives and hypnotics
suffix “PAM”