Pharmacology

names, MOA and suffixes

ACE inhibitors

are a class of medications that lower blood pressure by inhibiting the angiotensin-converting enzyme, thereby reducing the production of angiotensin II. suffix-pril

Calcium Channel Blockers

are a group of medications that prevent calcium from entering cells of the heart and blood vessel walls, leading to decreased heart contractility and vasodilation, thus lowering blood pressure. Suffix - dipine

Beta Blocker

a class of medications that reduce heart rate and blood pressure by blocking the effects of adrenaline on beta-adrenergic receptors, thereby decreasing cardiac output and lowering myocardial oxygen demand. Suffix - olol

A2RB Angiotensin 2 Receptor Blocker

are a class of antihypertensive drugs that block the action of angiotensin II at its receptor sites, leading to vasodilation and lower blood pressure. Suffix - sartan

SGLT-2 Inhibitor

are a class of medications that help lower blood glucose levels by inhibiting the sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 in the kidneys, leading to increased glucose excretion in urine. Suffix - flozin

GLP-1

receptor agonist class of medications that enhance glucose-dependent insulin secretion, suppress glucagon secretion, and promote satiety, leading to lower blood glucose levels and weight loss. Suffix - tide

DPP-4 inhibitor

are a class of drugs that help lower blood glucose levels by inhibiting the enzyme dipeptidyl peptidase-4, which increases incretin levels, leading to enhanced insulin secretion and reduced glucagon release. Suffix - Gliptin

Sulfonylurea

a class of medications that stimulate insulin secretion from the pancreas, helping to lower blood glucose levels. Suffix - ide

Beta 2 Agonists

a class of medications that relax bronchial smooth muscle, leading to dilation of the airways, making them useful for treating asthma and COPD. They enhance airflow and relieve bronchoconstriction. SABA: Ventolin and Terbutaline. LABA suffix “erol”

Anti-cholinergics

are a class of drugs that block the action of acetylcholine in the nervous system, leading to effects such as bronchodilation and decreased secretions. They are commonly used in the treatment of respiratory conditions like COPD. Suffix: ‘Tropium’They are often used in combination with other bronchodilators to improve lung function and reduce symptoms.