Medication
Relieve pain
Analgesics
Ex: Acetaminophen, hydrocodone, codeine
Anti convulsant
prevent or control seizures
(Phenytoin, Clonazepam)
Relieve allergies
Antihistamines
(loratadine)
Anti osteoporosis agents
improve bone density
(calcitonin)
Decongestants
relieve nasal congestion
(phenylephrine)
Antacids
(GERD)
Esomeprazole, calcium carbonate
Relieve depression
Antidepressants
(Doxepin, fluoxetine)
Antihypertensives
reduce blood pressure
(metoprolol, lisinopril, valsartan, clonidine)
Anti- Phychotics
psychosis
(risperidone)
Bronchodilators
relax airway muscles
(Albuterol)
Bacterial Infections
Anti- Biotics
Ex: Amoxicillin
Reduce Diarrhea
antidiarrheals
Anti inflammatory
reduce inflammation
(naproxen, Ibuprofen)
Anti pyrectics
reduce fever
(aspirin, Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen)
Sedative/ hypnotics
induce sleep
(Zolpidem)
Smooth Muscle Spasms
Anticholinergics
ex: Dicyclomine
Antiemetics
reduce vomiting, nausea
(Loperamide)
Antileptics
lower cholesterol
(Atorvastatin, fenofibrate, cholestyramine)
Antivirals
viral infections
(Acyclovir)
Nervous system stimulant
reduce hyperactivity
(Dextroamphetamine )
Anticoagulants
Delay blood clotting
(Warfarin)
Antifungals
fungal infection
(Nystatin, fluconazole, miconazole)
Anti Migraine
Relieve migraine headaches
Diuretics
eliminate excess fluid
(Hydrochlorothiazide)
Laxatives
promotes bowel movements
(magnesium, docusate sodium)