drug classifications Flashcards

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ACE inhibitors PRIL

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angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors block the conversion of angiotensin 1 to angiotensin 2.

avoiding angiotensin 2 activity amy avoid increased blood pressure and vasoconstriction.

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A.2.R.B. ARTAN

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angiotensin 2 receptor blockers block angiotensin 2 ezymes from specific receptor sites.

avoiding angiotensin 2 activity helps prohibit vasoconstriction.

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anti-biotics inhibit the reproduction of new Bacteria cells.

There are several varieties.

There are several Drug Class defenitions

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suppress the rapid firing of neurons in the nervous system (brain)

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lower glucose levels in the blood.

ONLY used to treat idabetes type II

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used as anti-anxiety agents, muslce relaxants, sedatives and hypnotics

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suffix “PAM”

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