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A.C.E Inhibitors |
Block the conversion of angiotension I to angiotension II. Avoids increased blood pressure & Vasoconstriction. |
-PRIL |
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A.2.R.B |
Block angiotension II enzymes from specific receptor sites. Helps prohibit vasoconstriction. |
-ARTAN |
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Anti-Biotic |
Inhibit the reproduction of new bacteria cells. |
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Anti-Convulsant |
Suppress the rapid firing of neurons in the nervous system. |
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Anti-Diabetic |
Lowers glucose levels in the blood. ONLY used to treat type 2 diabetes. |
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Benzodiazepines |
Also known as "Benzos." Used as anti-anxiety agents, muscle relaxants, and hypnotics. |
-PAM |
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Beta Blockers (B1) |
Block adrenaline receptors, which are part of the nervous system and mediate a "fight or flight" response, which would cause actions in the heart. |
-OLOL |
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Calcium Channel Blockers |
Blocks calcium channels in cardiac muscle and blood vessels, thereby slowing down activity in the heart. |
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Diuretics |
Primarily used to treat hypertension. They promote evacuation of water from the body, which decreases the load on the cardiovascular system. |
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HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors |
Also known as Statins. They inhibit the body's cholesterol production. |
-statin |
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NSAID |
Non steroidal Anti-Inflammatory drugs. Used as pain killers and fever reducers. Can be sold OTC. |
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Opoid |
Can provide an analgesic effect by decreasing the perception of pain and increase pain tolerance. |
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Protein Pump Inhibitors |
Inhibit the action of the gastric proton pump, thereby reducing gastric acid production. |
-PRAZOLE |
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S.S.R.I |
Selective Serotonin Re-Uptake Inhibitors. Increases the body's serotonin level to treat depression. |
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