Medication Classifications, Actions, and Examples

Vocabulary flashcards detailing medication classifications, their specific actions, and example drugs based on the lecture text.

Analgesics

Medications that relieve pain. Examples: acetaminophen, hydrocodone.

Antacids/anti-ulcer

Medications that neutralize stomach acid. Examples: esomeprazole, calcium carbonate.

Antibiotics

Medications that kill bacteria. Examples: amoxicillin, ciprofloxacin.

Anticholinergics

Medications that reduce bronchospasm. Examples: ipratropium, dicyclomine.

Anticoagulants

Medications that delay blood clotting. Examples: warfarin, enoxaparin, heparin.

Anticonvulsants

Medications that prevent or control seizures. Examples: clonazepam, phenytoin, gabapentin.

Antidepressants

Medications that relieve depression. Examples: doxepin, fluoxetine, duloxetine, selegiline.

Antidiarrheals

Medications that reduce diarrhea. Examples: bismuth subsalicylate, loperamide.

Antiemetics

Medications that reduce nausea, vomiting. Examples: metoclopramide, ondansetron.

Antifungals

Medications that kill fungi. Examples: fluconazole, nystatin, miconazole.

Antihistamines

Medications that relieve allergies. Examples: diphenhydramine, cetirizine, loratadine.

Antihypertensives

Medications that lower blood pressure. Examples: metoprolol, lisinopril, valsartan, clonidine.

Anti-inflammatories

Medications that reduce inflammation. Examples: ibuprofen, celecoxib, naproxen.

Antilipemics

Medications that lower cholesterol. Examples: atorvastatin, fenofibrate.

Antimigraine agents

Medications that relieve migraine headaches. Examples: topiramate, sumatriptan.

Anti-osteoporosis agents

Medications that improve bone density. Examples: alendronate, ibandronate, calcitonin.

Antipsychotics

Medications that control psychotic symptoms. Examples: quetiapine, haloperidol, risperidone.

Antipyretics

Medications that reduce fever. Examples: acetaminophen, ibuprofen, aspirin.

Antispasmodics/muscle relaxants

Medications that reduce or prevent muscle spasms. Examples: cyclobenzaprine, methocarbamol.

Antitussives/expectorants

Medications that control cough, promote elimination of mucus. Examples: dextromethorphan, codeine, guaifenesin.

Antivirals

Medications that kill viruses. Examples: acyclovir, interferon, oseltamivir.

Anxiolytics (antianxiety)

Medications that reduce anxiety. Examples: clonazepam, diazepam, lorazepam.

Bronchodilators

Medications that relax airway muscles. Examples: albuterol, isoproterenol, theophylline.

Central nervous system stimulants

Medications that reduce hyperactivity. Examples: methylphenidate, modafinil.