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Analgesic - A drug that relieves pain.
Acetaminophen - An analgesic drug commonly used to relieve pain and reduce fever.
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors - A class of drugs that lower blood pressure by inhibiting
the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II. They are used to treat hypertension and heart failure.
Example: Lisinopril.
Angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) - A class of drugs that block the action of angiotensin II, a hormone
that constricts blood vessels. They are used to treat hypertension and heart failure. Example: Valsartan.
Antibiotics - Drugs that inhibit the growth of or destroy bacteria. They are used to treat bacterial
infections. Examples: Vancomycin, Amoxicillin, Azithromycin, Metronidazole.
Antiasthmatics - Drugs used to relieve and prevent asthma symptoms, such as wheezing and shortness
of breath. Example: Montelukast.
Anticoagulants - Drugs that prevent blood clotting. They are used to reduce the risk of blood clots.
Examples: Heparin, Warfarin.
Anticonvulsant - A drug used to prevent or reduce the severity of seizures. Example: Phenytoin.
Antidepressants - Drugs used to treat depression. Examples: Bupropion hydrochloride, Citalopram.
Antidiabetic - A drug used to treat diabetes. Example: Metformin.
Antiflatulent agent - A drug used to relieve or prevent excessive gas in the gastrointestinal tract.
Example: Simethicone.