Question

Categories the following medicines.(11 points)Medicines that prevent disease Medicines that fight pathogens Medicines that relieve pain and other symptoms Medicines that manage chronic conditions

Answer 1

Medicines that prevent disease:
1. Vaccines - Prevent various viral and bacterial infections
2. Antibiotics - Can be used as a prophylaxis to prevent certain infections

Medicines that fight pathogens:
1. Antibiotics - Kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria
2. Antiviral drugs - Fight against viral infections
3. Antifungal medications - Treat fungal infections

Medicines that relieve pain and other symptoms:
1. Analgesics - Relieve pain or reduce fever (e.g., acetaminophen, ibuprofen)
2. Anti-inflammatory drugs - Reduce inflammation and pain (e.g., corticosteroids, NSAIDs)
3. Antihistamines - Provide relief from allergies and allergic symptoms
4. Antiemetics - Treat nausea and vomiting
5. Antitussives - Suppress coughing

Medicines that manage chronic conditions:
1. Antihypertensives - Control high blood pressure
2. Antidiabetic drugs - Manage diabetes and regulate blood sugar levels
3. Anticoagulants - Prevent blood clot formation
4. Immunosuppressants - Suppress the immune system and prevent rejection of transplanted organs
5. Antidepressants - Treat depression and other mental health disorders
6. Antiepileptic drugs - Manage epilepsy and prevent seizures
7. Antipsychotics - Treat schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.