Major Classes of Drugs - Intro. to Anatomy & Physiology and Pathology

Analgesics

Lessen Pain

Anesthetics

Cause lack of feeling or awareness; produce the sensation of numbness

Antacids

Neutralize gastric acid or decrease gastric acid release

Antiarrhythmics

Prevent Cardiac Irregularities 

Antibiotics

Destroy or inhibit bacterial growth

Anticoagulants

Prevent the formation of blood clots; decreases the formation of existing clots

Anticonvulsants

Reduce the number and severity of seizures in patients with epilepsy

Antidepressants

Elevate mood

Antidiabetics

Oral medications to control sugar levels in patients with type II, non-insulin-dependent diabetes

Antiemetics

Control nausea, vomiting, and motion sickness

Antihistamines

Relieve symptoms of allergies like sneez