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DRUG CLASS DEFINITIONS
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- 1A.C.E. InhibitorsAngiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors block the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II. Avoiding Angiotensin II may avoid increased blood pressure and vasoconstriction. They usually have the suffix "PRIL"
- 2A.2.R.B.Angiotensin 2 Receptor Blockers block Angiotensin 2 enzymes from specific receptor sites. Avoiding Angiotensin 2 activity helps prohibit vasoconstriction. They usually have the suffix "ARTAN"
- 3Anti-BioticsAnti-Biotics inhibit the reproduction of new Bacteria cells. There are several varieties and Drug Class Definitions of Anti-Biotics.
- 4Anti-ConvulsantsAnti-Convulsants suppress the rapid firing of neurons in the nervous system (brain). Also known as Anti-epileptic drugs and Anti-Seizure drugs.
- 5Anti-Diabetics / Sulfonylureaslower glucose levels in the blood. They are only used to treat Type II Diabetes.
- 6BenzodiazepinesAlso know as "Benzos". Benzos are used as anti-anxiety agents, muscle relaxants, sedatives, and hypnotics. They usually have the suffix "PAM".
- 7Beta Blockers (B1)Also known as Beta-adrenergic blocking agents. Block adrenaline receptors, which are part of the central nervous system and mediate a "Fight or flight" response, which would cause actions in the heart. They usually have the suffix "OLOL".
- 8DiureticsDiuretics are primarily used to treat hypertension. They promote evacuation of water from the body, which decreases the load on the cardiovascular system.
- 9HMG-CoA Reductase InhibitorsAlso known as Statins, They inhibit the body's cholesterol production and usually have the suffix "STATIN".
- 10NSAIDNon Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs are commonly used as pain killers and Fever Reducers. They are non-narcotic and can be sold OTC.
- 11OpioidOpioids provide an analgesic effect by decreasing the perception of pain and increase pain tolerance.
- 12Proton Pump InhibitorsInhibit the action of the gastric proton pump, thereby reducing gastric acid production. They usually have the suffix "PRAZOLE".
- 13S.S.R.ISelective Seratonin Re-Uptake Inhibitors increase the body's Seratonin level by inhibiting its re-uptake into the Presynaptic cell. Commonly indicated as an Anti-Depressant.
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