PHAR 185 – Pharmacology II Master Trade / Generic Drug List by Classification

These flashcards cover key drug classifications and terms related to pharmacology, helping students prepare for their exam.

Opioid Analgesics

A class of drugs used primarily to treat pain by acting on the central nervous system.

Buprenorphine

A partial opiate agonist used to treat opioid addiction and pain management.

CNS Stimulants

Medications that increase activity in the brain and are commonly used to treat ADHD.

Cholinesterase Inhibitor

A type of drug that prevents the breakdown of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, used in Alzheimer's disease treatment.

Anti-Alzheimer

Drugs aimed at improving symptoms or slowing the progression of Alzheimer's disease.

Skeletal Muscle Relaxants

Medications that relieve muscle spasms and are used to treat pain and discomfort caused by strains.

Inhalation Anesthetic

A type of anesthetic that is delivered through inhalation and induces unconsciousness during procedures.

Anticonvulsants

Medications used to prevent seizures in various types of epilepsy.

MAO Inhibitor

A class of antidepressants that inhibit the monoamine oxidase enzyme, increasing levels of neurotransmitters.

Antipsychotic

Medication that is used to manage psychosis, particularly in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

Anti-Migraine

Medications specifically for treating acute migraine attacks.

NSAIDs

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs used to reduce inflammation, pain, and fever.

Calcium Channel Blockers

Medications that disrupt the movement of calcium through calcium channels, used for hypertension and heart conditions.

Anticoagulants

Drugs that help prevent blood clots from forming.

Beta Blocker

A class of medications that reduce blood pressure and are used to treat various heart conditions.

Diuretics

Medications that promote the elimination of water and salts from the body through urination.

Bronchodilator

A type of medication that relaxes and opens airways in the lungs.

Topical Anti-fungals

Medications applied to the skin to treat fungal infections.