Root Words
This root word means skin.
What is derm/o or dermat/o?
The prefix hyper- means this.
What is above, excessive, or over?
These drugs reduce inflammation.
What are corticosteroids?
The route where drugs are swallowed and absorbed through the digestive system.
What is oral?
These over-the-counter drugs can cause thinning of the skin with prolonged use.
What are topical corticosteroids?
This root word means nail.
What is onych/o?
The suffix -itis refers to this.
What is inflammation?
These drugs are used to kill or inhibit bacteria.
What are antibiotics?
The route where medication is applied directly to the skin.
What is topical?
Clients taking this class of drugs may bruise easily during extractions or waxing.
What are anticoagulants (blood thinners)?
This root means fat.
What is lip/o or adip/o?
The prefix hypo- means this.
What is below, under or deficient?
This drug class is commonly prescribed for anxiety.
What are anxiolytics?
The route involving injection directly into a vein.
What is intravenous (IV)?
This common acne medication can make the skin photosensitive.
What is tetracycline (or antibiotics in general)?
This root means muscle.
What is my/o?
The suffix -ectomy means this procedure.
What is surgical removal?
These drugs suppress the immune system.
What are immunosuppressants?
The route of administering medication under the tongue for fast absorption.
What is sublingual?
This oral medication for severe acne can cause extreme dryness and requires physician clearance before esthetic treatments.
What is isotretinoin (Accutane)?
This root means hair.
What is trich/o?
The suffix -algia means this.
What is pain?
This category of drugs is designed to treat fungal infections.
What are antifungals?
The route that bypasses the digestive system by using patches applied to the skin.
What is transdermal?
This class of medications can lead to increased sensitivity and dehydration in the skin, often requiring modifications in facial treatments.
What are diuretics?