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What is the primary action of anticoagulants?
Which category of drugs is designed to reduce the number or intensity of seizures?
What is a characteristic action of analgesics?
Which type of drug is primarily used to relieve symptoms of nausea?
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What action is associated with antihypertensives?
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Study Notes
Analgesics
- Reduce pain sensation in the central nervous system
- Chronic use can lead to dependence
Narcotics
- Relieve pain
Anesthetics
- Reduce or eliminate sensation
Anticoagulants
- Prevent blood clotting
Anticonvulsants
- Reduce the intensity and frequency of seizures
Antidiabetics
- Prevent or alleviate diabetes
Antiemetics
- Relieve nausea and prevent vomiting
Antihistamines
- Prevent allergic and inflammatory reactions
Antihypertensives
- Lower blood pressure by:
- Reducing cardiac output
- Dilating blood vessels
- Promoting water excretion by the kidneys
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Description
This quiz covers various classes of medications, including analgesics, narcotics, anesthetics, and more. It focuses on their primary functions, uses, and effects on the body. Test your knowledge of pharmacological terms and their applications in treating medical conditions.
