Classification of Drugs and Therapeutic Actions

Questions and Answers

What is the therapeutic action of an analgesic?

Controls cardiac arrhythmias

Relieves pain without causing loss of consciousness (correct)

Neutralizes acid

Produces a lack of feeling

What is an anesthetic?

An agent that produces a lack of feeling, may be local or general depending upon the type and how administered.

What is the purpose of an antacid?

An agent that neutralizes acid.

What does an antiarrhythmic do?

Controls cardiac arrhythmias. Signup and view all the answers

What is acetaminophen used for?

Analgesic. Signup and view all the answers

What is ibuprofen classified as?

Analgesic. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are examples of antacids? (Select all that apply)

Mylanta Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of an antidepressant?

To treat depression Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an anticoagulant?

Agent preventing blood coagulation or clotting. Signup and view all the answers

What do anticonvulsants treat?

They reduce the number and/or severity of seizures in patients with epilepsy. Signup and view all the answers

What is the action of an antidote?

An agent that counteracts poisons and their effects. Signup and view all the answers

What is an antihistamine?

An agent that acts to prevent the action of histamine. Signup and view all the answers

Which drug is classified as an antiviral?

Tamiflu Signup and view all the answers

Select the drugs that are considered antifungal agents.

Diflucan Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Analgesics

Acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) are common analgesics that relieve pain without causing loss of consciousness.
Analgesics are categorized under non-opioids (like acetaminophen) and NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen).

Anesthetics

Lidocaine (Xylocaine) and procaine (Novocain) are anesthetics that induce loss of sensation, either localized or general based on the method of administration.

Antacids

Antacids, including Mylanta, Aludrox, and milk of magnesia, neutralize gastric hydrochloric acid, easing heartburn and indigestion.

Antiarrhythmics

Drugs like lidocaine HCl (Xylocaine) and propranolol HCl (Inderal) control and prevent cardiac arrhythmias, ensuring a regular heart rhythm.

Antianxiety Agents

Benzodiazepines such as chloridazepoxide HCl (Librium) and diazepam (Valium) help alleviate anxiety and muscle tension.

Antibiotics

Cephalosporins (Rocephin) and penicillins (Zosyn, Augmentin) are antibiotics effective in inhibiting or destroying microorganisms.

Anticholinergics

Atropine and scopolamine are anticholinergics that block the parasympathetic nervous system's actions, which can reduce secretions and digestive activity.

Anticoagulants

Heparin sodium and warfarin sodium (Coumadin) prevent blood coagulation, essential for managing or preventing blood clots.

Anticonvulsants

Medications like carbamazepine (Tegretol), ethosuximide (Zarontin), and phenytoin (Dilantin) reduce the frequency and severity of seizures in epilepsy patients.

Antidepressants

Imipramine HCl (Tofranil) and monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan) treat various types of depression.

Antidiarrheals

Agents like kaopectate, Lomotil, and Pepto-Bismol prevent or relieve diarrhea, helping restore normal bowel function.

Antidotes

Naloxone is an antidote that counteracts the effects of opioid overdose.

Antiemetics

Drugs such as Dramamine and Marinol prevent or relieve nausea and vomiting, useful in various medical contexts.

Antifungals

Medications like Diflucan, Lamisil, and Monistat-3 treat infections caused by specific fungi, including candidiasis.

Antihistamines

Allegra and Benadryl prevent histamine's actions, effectively managing allergic reactions and symptoms of hay fever.

Antihyperlipidemics

Lipitor, Lopid, and Zocor are used to lower elevated lipid levels in the blood, reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Antihypertensives

Clonidine HCl (Catapres) and metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor) are prescribed to manage high blood pressure effectively.

Anti-inflammatories

Aspirin and ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) are common anti-inflammatories that reduce inflammation and relieve pain.

Antimanics

Lithium is used to treat manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder, stabilizing mood.

Antineoplastics

Busulfan (Myleran) and cisplatin (Plantinol) inhibit the replication of neoplastic (cancer) cells during chemotherapy.

Anti-Parkinsonian Agents

Medications like L-Dopa and Requip provide symptomatic relief for Parkinson's disease patients.

Antipyretics

Acetaminophen (Tylenol) and aspirin reduce fever, helping to alleviate discomfort during illnesses.

Antituberculosis Agents

Medications such as Mambutal and Rifadin are used specifically in the treatment of tuberculosis infections.

Antitussives

Benzonatate (Tessalon) and codeine suppress coughing, providing relief from persistent coughs.

Antiulcers

Axid and Zantac are agents for treating active duodenal ulcers and other hypersecretion conditions of the stomach.

Antivirals

Denavir and Tamiflu combat specific viral diseases, including influenza, by inhibiting viral replication.

Description

Test your knowledge on the classification of drugs and their therapeutic actions with this set of flashcards. Each card provides definitions and examples of various drug categories, including analgesics, anesthetics, and antacids. Perfect for students in healthcare or pharmacy-related studies.