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Drugs that relieve pain
Analgesics
histamine blocking agent. usually allergy medications.
Antihistamines
Drugs used to prevent or relieve coughing
Antitussives
Drugs that remove excess fluid and increase urinary output
Diuretics
Drugs that destroy bacteria or inhibit their growth
Antibiotics
Any drug that is used to fight infection. (Antibiotics, Antifungals, Antiviral)
Anti-infective
Drugs used to block beta-adrenergic actions. Usually used for high blood pressure.
Beta blockers
Drugs that are used to prevent or treat constipation
Laxatives
drugs that lower blood glucose or that treat diabetes
Hypoglycemics or antidiabetics
Drugs used to lower fat (cholesterol) in the blood
Antilipidemics
Drugs used to expand the bronchi in the lungs
Bronchodilators
Non steroidal preparations that decrease inflammation and treat pain
NSAIDS
Drugs used to prevent or treat diarrhea
Antidiarrheals
drugs used to treat mental illness
antipsychotics
Drugs used to treat inflammatory diseases
Corticosteroids
drugs that provide a calming and sedating effect
Sedative/Hypnotic
Drugs that help prevent or relieve nausea or vomiting
Antiemetics
Drugs that treat fever. Also usually used to treat pain.
Antipyretics
Drugs that relieve congestion
Decongestants
Substances that promote metabolism and nutrition
Vitamins