Ch. 8 Pharmacology
About this set
Created by:
jesspark04 on June 26, 2010
Subjects:
Classes:
MiraCosta Summer Medical Terminology Study Group
Log in to favorite or report as inappropriate.
Order by
8 terms
Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 anorexiant | Treats obesity by suppressing appetite. (phendimetrazine, Adipost, Obezine; phentermine, Zantryl, Adipex) |
| antacid | Neutralizes acid in the stomach. (calsium carbonate, Tums; aluminum hydroxide and magensium hydroxide, Maalox, Mylanta) |
| antidiarrheal | Prevents or relieves diarrhea. (loperamide, Imodium; diphenoxylate, Lomotil; kaolin/pectin, Kaopectate) |
| antiemetic | Controls nausea and vomiting. (prochlorperazine, Compazine; promethazine, Phenergan) |
| emetic | Induces vomiting. (Ipecac syrup) |
| H2-receptor antagonist | Blocks the production of stomach acids. (ranitidine, Zantac; cimetidine, Tagamet; famotidine, Pepcid) |
| laxative | A mild cathartic. Refers to a medication to stimulate a bowel movement. (senosides, Senokot; psyllium, Metamucil) |
| proton pump inhibitor | Blocks the stomach's ability to secrete acid. Used to treat peptic ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease. (esomeprazole, Nexium; omeprazole, Prilosec) |
First Time Here?
Welcome to Quizlet, a fun, free place to study. Try these flashcards, find others to study, or make your own.