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?