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Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors block the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II. Avoiding Angiotensin II may avoid increased blood pressure and vascoconstriction. they usually have the suffix "PRIL"
A.C.E. Inhibitors
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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"
A2RB
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inhibit the reproduction of new Bacteria cells. there are seveal varieties and Drug Class Definitions of Anti-Biotics.
Anti-Biotics
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suppress the rapid firing of neurons in the nervous system(brain).
Anti-Convulsants
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lower glucose levels in the blood. they are only used to treat Type II Diabetes
Anti-Diabetics / Sulfonylureas
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also known as "Benzo's". Benzos are used as anti anxiety agents, muscle relaxants, sedatives, and hypnotics. they usually have the suffix "PAM"
Benzodiazepines
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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"
Beta Blockers (B1)
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Calcuim channel blockers work by clocking calcium channels in caridac muschle and blood vessels, thereby slowing down activity in the heart.
Calcium channel blockers
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Diuretics are primarily used to treat hypertension. they promote evacuation of water from the body, which decreased the load on the cardiocascular system.
Diuretcs
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Also, known as STATINS, they inhibit the body's cholesterol production and usually have the suffix "STATIN"
HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors
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Non Steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are commonly used as pain killers and fever reducers. they are non-narcotic and can be sold OTC
NSAID
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provide an anagesic effect by decreasing the perception of pain and increase pain tolerance
Opioid
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Inhibit the action of th egastric proton pump, therby reducing gastric acid production. they usually have the suffix "PRAZOLE"
Proton Pump Inhibitors
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Selective 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
S.S.R.I
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