Chapter 9: Respiratory System; Common Therapeutic Drug Classifications

drug that kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms

drug that dissolves, or prevents the formation of, thrombi or emboli in the blood vessels

drug that neutralizes or inhibits the effects of histamine

compound in the body that is released by injured cells in allergic reactions, inflammation, etc., causing constriction of bronchial smooth muscle, dilation of blood vessels, etc.

drug that dilates the muscular walls of the bronchi

drug that breaks up mucus and promotes coughing