| A | B |
|---|
| analgesic | used to relieve pain & reduce fevers, inflammation, & blood clotting |
| laxative | used to relieve constipation and promote bowel movements |
| antacid | taken to reduce the symptoms of heartburn and indigestion |
| antihistamines | treat cold symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, and eyes, congestion and itching |
| antitussive | relieve coughs |
| sedatives | used to reduce nervousness or induce sleep |
| stimulants | increase the activity of the central nervous system |
| vitamins & minerals | used as supplements to the diet |
| anesthetics | control pain during surgery |
| antibiotics | control infection |
| antidepressants | relieve depressiion and promote a normal mood |
| antihypertensives | reduce high blood pressure |
| cardiovascular drugs | normalize heart & blood vessel functions |
| insulin | used to treat diabetes |
| sedative-hypnotics | reduce anxiety or promote sleep |
| minor tranquilizers | relieve anxiety |
