Pharmacology: Medication Types and Common Drugs

This set of flashcards contains key terms and definitions related to various medications and their classifications, useful for studying pharmacology.

Analgesic

A medication or agent specifically designed to relieve pain without causing loss of consciousness.

Anesthetic

A substance used to induce a temporary loss of sensation or awareness.

Antacid

A weak alkaline compound that works by neutralizing hydrochloric acid in the stomach.

Antianxiety

A drug used to prevent or treat physical and psychological symptoms of anxiety.

Antiarrhythmic

A medication used to treat abnormal heart rhythms.

Anticoagulant

A medication that helps prevent or reduce the coagulation (clotting) of blood.

Antibiotic

A powerful medication used to treat or prevent infections caused by bacteria.

Anticonvulsant

A medication used to prevent or reduce the severity of seizures.

Antidepressant

A medication designed to help relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety disorders.

Antidiarrheal

A medication used to slow down or stop diarrhea.

Antidote

A substance that can counteract a form of poisoning or the effects of a specific drug overdose.

Antiemetic

A medication used to prevent or treat nausea and vomiting.

Antihistamine

A medication used to treat symptoms of allergies.

Antiviral

A medication used specifically for treating viral infections.

Antihypertensive

A medication used to treat hypertension.

Antitussive

A medication used to prevent or relieve cough.

Antipyretic

A medication used to prevent or reduce fever.

Antineoplastic

A medication designed to inhibit the growth, spread, or replication of cancer cells.

Antiplatelet

A medication that prevents platelets from sticking together.

Anti-inflammatory

A medication that reduces inflammation and pain by blocking enzymes.