quiz #1 - medications Flashcards
(24 cards)
which class of medication manages pain & inflammation?
NSAIDs (Benzos: Xanax, Valium, Ativan)
SE: drowsiness, dizziness, OH, dry mouth, constipation
drugs that block brain pain signals, ↓ Pain
narcotics & opioids
(codeine, methadone, oxycodone, hydromorphone, fentanyl, heroine, morphine)
primary use of corticosteroids
anti-inflammatory, analgesic, ↓ immune response = immunosupressive
(cortisone, dexamethasone, prednisolone)
which medication class is used to treat high BP?
alpha blocker & beta blockers
which drug is commonly prescribed to patients with type 2 diabetes?
sulfonylureas, metformin, Ozempic
type 1: insulin
which medication is used to treat bacterial infections?
antibiotics
antivirals: viruses
anti-fungals: fungal infection (athletes foot)
what is the main function of antihistamines?
to alleviate allergy symptoms
which medication can cause GI upset as a side effect?
NSAIDs
which medication is used to prevent blood clots?
anticoagulants
what is the purpose of using diuretics?
increase urine output
which medication is commonly used to treat asthma?
corticosteroids
which medication is used to treat chronic pain?
opiods
common side effects of corticosteroids
bruising, rash, osteoporosis, immunosuppression, infection risk
which medication is used to manage seizures?
anticonvulsant
primary use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)
reduce stomach acid
which class of drugs is used to lower cholesterol levels?
statins
SE: muscle pain
primary use of antacids
neutralize stomach acid
which medication is commonly used for pain relief in OA?
acetaminophen
what is the purpose of using beta blockers?
to manage BP & HR
which drug class is used to alleviate symptoms of anxiety & depression?
antidepressants
what is the role of insulin in diabetes management?
lower blood sugar levels
which medication is used to control chronic hypertension?
beta blockers
common side effects of opioid medications
constipation
dizziness
dry mouth
main purpose of using corticosteroids in tx of autoimmune disorders
to suppress abnormal immune activity
