Abeka Health 9, Quiz 15

dependence

A condition in which a drug user becomes unable to function normally without a drug is called what?

drug

A substance that alters the function of the body in some way is called what?

antibiotics

Common prescription drugs that stop the growth of bacteria are called what?

psychoactive

Drugs that affect the brain and mind are called what?

anesthetics

Medicines that cause the loss of feeling are called what?

antiseptics

Medicines that kill pathogens in minor open wounds to prevent infection are called what?

analgesics

Medicines that reduce pain but do not cause loss of other skin senses are called what?

antihistamines

Over the counter drugs that block the action of histamine, reducing inflammation and allergic reactions, are called what?

decongestants

Over the counter drugs that help clear stuffy sinuses and nasal passages are called what?

tolerance

A phenomenon in which a drug user requires more and more of a drug to reach a high is what?