Medication Classifications Flashcards by Son Montain

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Antacids

A

Reduce hydrochloric acid located in the stomach

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Anntianemics

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increases the production of RBC

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Anticholinergics

A

decreases oral secretions

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Anticoagulants

A

prevents the formation of clots

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Anticonvulsants

A

management of seizures or bipolar disorders

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Antidiarrheals

A

reduce water in bowels and gastric motility

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Antihistamines

A

blocks the release of histamine

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Antihypertensives

A

decreases blood pressure

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Anti-infectives

A

to get rid of infections

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Bronchodilators

A

dilates the bronchi and bronchioles

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Diuretics

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increases excretion of water/sodium from body

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Laxatives

A

loosens stools and increases bowel movements

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Miotics

A

constricts pupils of the eye

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Mydriatics

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dilates the pupils

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Narcotics/analgesics

A

relieves pain

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