Patient Care Pharmacology

RADT-1010

Analgestic

Relieve pain without causing a loss of cosciousness (Ex: Tylenol)

Anesthetic

Reversibly depress neuronal function, producing loss of ability to perceive pain and/or other sensations. (Ex: Amidate)

Anticoagulant

Drugs that inhibit cotting of the blood or increase the coagulation time (Ex: Coumadin)

Antiemetic

Drugs used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting. (Ex: Zofran)

Antihistamine

Drugs used primarily to treat allergic disorders, both acute and chronic. (Ex: Benadryl)

Anti-inflammatory

Reduces inflammation, swelling, and pain. (Ex: Ibuprofen)

Antibiotics

Drugs used to kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms (Ex: Amoxil)

Cathartic

Promotes evacuation of the bowels (strong laxative). (Ex: Magnesium citrate)

Antidepressant

Drugs used in the treatment of depression. (Ex: Zoloft)

Diuretic

Drugs that promote the excretion of urine. (Ex: Lasix)

Bronchodilators

Drugs that cause expansion of the lumina of the air passages of the lungs. (Ex: Adrenalin (Epinephrine))

Expectorant

Thins mucus to help clear the respiratory tract. (Ex: Guaifenesin)

Thrombolytic

Drugs dissove thrombi (clots) that have already formed. (Ex: Alteplase)

Antihypertensive

Drugs used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) (Ex: Zestril)

Vasoconstrictor

Drugs that cause constriction of the blood vessels. (Ex: Norepinephrine)

Coagulant

Drugs used to control hemorrhage or to speed up coagulation. (Ex: Phytonadione (Vitamin K))

Antiarrhythmic

Treats or prevents irregular heartbeats. (Ex: Cordarone)

Anticholinergics

Drugs that block the passage of impulses through the parasympathetic nerves. (Ex: Atropine)

Antiepileptic

Drugs used to prevent or control the occurrence of seizures. (Ex: Dilantin)

Antidiabetic

Manages and lowers blood glucose levels. (Ex: Glucophage (Metformin))