MDA160 Final Flashcards
(17 cards)
Antidepressant
Relieves depression
Antitussive
inhibits cough reflex
Antihypertensive
reduces blood pressure
Antibiotic
killbacterial microorganism
Diuretic
Increases urine output
muscle relaxant
relaxes skeletal muscles
Analgesic
relieves pain
Contraceptive
reduces risk of pregnancy
Bronchodilator
Dilates airways in the lungs
Laxative
induces defecation
Antiemetic
prevents/ relieves constipation
Decongestant
relieves nasal swelling and congestion
Anti-inflammatory
reduces inflammation
Anticoagulant
prevent blood from clotting
Antihyperlipidemic
lowers cholesterol
Antidiabetic
treats diabetes by reducing glucose
Antacid
neutralizes stomach acid