Match Each Drug Category with Its Definition

question 51

Multiple Choice

Match each drug category with its definition.
-Lipid-lowering agent

• A)Used to manage high blood pressure
• B)Increases strength and force of myocardial contractions and slows heart rate
• C)Suppresses inflammation and modifies normal immune response
• D)Neutralizes gastric acid to relieve gastric pain and irritation
• E)Removes excess fluid from the body by increasing urine output
• F)Relieves symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
• G)Used to prevent or relieve coughs
• H)Promotes clearance of mucus from respiratory tract
• I)Kills or inhibits growth of bacteria
• J)Used to relieve constipation
• K)Used to lower cholesterol
• L)Used to treat and prevent osteoporosis
• M)Promotes sleep by CNS depression
• N)Used to manage moderate-to-severe pain
• O)Inhibits ovulation
• P)Relieves symptoms associated with allergies

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Definitions:

Lorazepam

A medication used to treat anxiety disorders, oftentimes acting as a sedative and muscle relaxant, part of a class of substances known as benzodiazepines.

Synergistic Effect

A phenomenon where two or more substances or actions combined produce an effect greater than the sum of their individual effects.

Comatose

A state of deep unconsciousness that a person cannot be awakened from, typically resulting from illness or injury.

CNS Stimulant

A class of drugs that increase brain activity, often used to treat ADHD and certain sleep disorders.