Pharma Drug Charts

Vocabulary flashcards for key terms and definitions related to pharmaceutical drugs and their classes.

Positive Inotropes

Drugs like Digoxin and Pimobendan that increase heart contraction.

Antiarrhythmics

Medicines such as Lidocaine and Propranolol that treat arrhythmias.

ACE inhibitors (Vasodilators)

Medications like Enalapril and Benazepril that lower blood pressure.

Diuretics

Drugs such as Furosemide that remove excess fluid from the body.

Bronchodilators

Substances like Albuterol and Theophylline that open the airways.

Antitussives

Medications such as Butorphanol and Hydrocodone that suppress coughing.

Mucolytics

Drugs like Acetylcysteine that break down mucus.

Expectorants

Substances like Guaifenesin that loosen mucus.

Decongestants

Drugs such as Pseudoephedrine that relieve nasal congestion.

Antiemetics

Medications like Maropitant and Metoclopramide that prevent vomiting.

Antacids/Antiulcer

Drugs such as Famotidine and Omeprazole that reduce stomach acid.

Protectants/Adsorbents

Medications like Sucralfate that protect the GI lining.

Laxatives

Substances like Lactulose that treat constipation.

Antidiarrheals

Drugs like Loperamide that slow gut motility.

Urinary Diuretics

Drugs such as Furosemide that increase urine production.

Acidifiers/Alkalinizers

Medications like Methionine and Potassium citrate that adjust urine pH.

Incontinence Drugs

Problems Alleviating drugs like Phenylpropanolamine that tighten the urinary sphincter.

Antispasmodics

Medications such as Prazosin that relax the urethra.

Immunosuppressants

Drugs like Cyclosporine and Azathioprine that suppress the immune system.

Glucocorticoids

Steroids like Prednisone and Prednisolone that are anti-inflammatory.

Vaccines

Various agents that stimulate an immune response.

Thyroid Drugs

Regulatory drugs such as Levothyroxine used for thyroid hormones.

Diabetes Drugs

Insulin (Vetsulin, Prozinc) used to control blood sugar.

Cushing's Treatment

Trilostane (Vetoryl) used to decrease cortisol production.

Addison's Treatment

DOCP (Percorten-V), Prednisone used to replace deficient hormones.

Antimicrobials

Medications like Penicillins that are bactericidal.

Cephalosporins

Broad-spectrum antibiotics such as Cephalexin.

Aminoglycosides

Bactericidal drugs like Gentamicin effective against gram-negative.

Tetracyclines

Bacteriostatic medications to avoid in young animals.

Macrolides

Bacteriostatic drugs for respiratory and skin infections.

Lincosamides

Bacteriostatic medications good for dental and bone infections.

Fluoroquinolones

Broad-spectrum bactericidal drugs like Enrofloxacin.

Sulfonamides

Bacteriostatic drugs such as Sulfadimethoxine.

Antifungals

Drugs like Ketoconazole to treat fungal infections.

Antivirals

Medications like Acyclovir for viral infections.

Antiprotozoals

Drugs such as Metronidazole to treat specific infections.

Anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs)

Medications that are analgesic and antipyretic, but can risk GI ulcers.

Muscle Relaxants

Medications like Methocarbamol used for muscle spasms.

Nutraceuticals

Supplements such as Glucosamine that improve joint health.

Liver Support

Supplements like SAMe that support liver function.

Skin & Coat Supplements

Omega-3 fatty acids that improve skin barrier and reduce inflammation.

Cognitive Support

Products like Senilife for cognitive dysfunction in older pets.

GI Health

Probiotics used to balance gut bacteria and support digestion.