test 53- different types of drugs

Question 1

a wide range of drugs to relieve pain.

Answer 1

analgesics

Question 2

they help to remove excess fluid from the body.

Answer 2

diuretics

Question 3

they increase activity.

Answer 3

stimulants

Question 4

these drugs are used to reduce and suppress swelling.

Answer 4

anti-inflammatory

Question 5

excellent painkillers originally derived from opium.

Answer 5

narcotics

Question 6

these help suppress nausea and vomiting.

Answer 6

anti-emetics

Question 7

one of the best known drugs which anyone can buy and use to relieve pain, inflammation and fever.

Answer 7

aspirin

Question 8

they prevent blood clots forming.

Answer 8

anticoagulants

Question 9

they soothe patients and help them sleep.

Answer 9

sedatives

Question 10

these are used to calm people and relieve anxiety.

Answer 10

tranquillizers

Question 11

taken to relieve constipation.

Answer 11

laxatives

Question 12

these help to clear a stuffy nose.

Answer 12

decongestants

Question 13

antibiotics are sometimes given this name because of the rapid relief they bring to many infectious diseases.

Answer 13

miracle drugs

Question 14

it’s used in the treatment of diabetes.

Answer 14

insulin

Question 15

it’s used to increase the performance of a weak heart.

Answer 15

digitalis