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19 Cards in this Set
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What are anesthetics?
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They block the sensation of pain
exp: Novocain |
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What is antifungals?
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Clear up fungal infections
exp: Pedi-Dry |
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What are antihistamines?
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Inhibits inflammatory conditions, redness, and itchiness
exp: Benadryl |
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What are Antiseptics?
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A typically applied. They inhibit growth of bacteria preventing infections
exp: Hydrogen Peroxide |
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What is Corticosteroid-Anti-Inflammatories?
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Decrease inflammtory conditions, helps to control itching and suppresses the immune system.
Exp: Cortaid |
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What are keratolytics?
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Destroy and soften the outer layer of skin
Exp: Retin-A |
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What are Parasiticides?
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Kill insect parocites
Exp: Kwell |
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What are Protectives?
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Cover, cool, dry and soothe inflammed skin
Exp: Neutrogena Hand Cream |
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What are Antihistamines?
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Relieves nasal congestion
Exp: Claritin |
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What are Antitussives?
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Relieves coughing
Exp: Vicks Formula 44 |
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What are Bronchodilators?
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Widen the passage of bronchus
Exp: Albuterol |
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What are Corticosteroids?
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Treats chronic lung diseases and suppresses the immune system
Exp: Vanceril |
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What are Decongestants?
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Decreases mucus membrane swelling to aleviate nasal stoughiness
Exp: Afrin |
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What are Expectorants?
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Reduce the thick mucus and septum membranes in your tract.
Exp: Robitussin |
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What are Antibiotics?
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Kills infections
Exp: Cipro |
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What are Antidiuretics?
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Reduce the amount of excretion of urine.
Exp: Pressy |
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What are Antispasmodics?
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Decrease the spasms occuring in the urethra and bladder.
Exp: Ditropan |
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What is a Diuretic?
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Promotes the excretion of urine.
Exp: Lasix |
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What are Potassium Supplements?
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Are percribed in addition to the diuretic.
Exp: K-Tab |
