Abeka 9Th Grade Health Quiz 15

Front 1

Over-the-counter drugs that block the action of histamine, reducing inflammation and allergic reactions are called ____.

Back 1

Antihistamines

Front 2

Over-the-counter drugs that help clear stuffy sinuses and nasal passages are called ____.

Back 2

Decongestants

Front 3

Medicines that kill pathogens in minor open wounds to prevent infection are called ____.

Back 3

Antiseptics

Front 4

A phenomenon in which a drug user requires more and more of a drug to reach a high is called ____.

Back 4

Tolerance

Front 5

A condition in which a drug user becomes unable to function normally without a drug is called ____.

Back 5

Dependence

Front 6

Drugs that affect the brain and mind are called ____.

Back 6

Psychoactive drugs

Front 7

Medicines that reduce pain but do not cause loss of other skin senses are called ____.

Back 7

Analgesics

Front 8

Medicines that cause the loss of feeling are called ____.

Back 8

Anesthetics

Front 9

Common prescription drugs that stop the growth of bacteria are called ____.

Back 9

Anabiotics

Front 10

A substance that alters the function of the body in someway is called ____.

Back 10

Drug