Match the descriptions/definitions with the correct terms.

-Hypodermic
A)effect with combination of two similar drugs that is equal to the sum of the effects of each
B)agent that lowers blood pressure by increasing the release of urine
C)habit-forming drug that produces sleep and stupor
D)central nervous system stimulant
E)drug that relieves pain
F)pertaining to under the skin
G)drug that relieves constipation
H)agent that acts against vomiting
I)harmful effects of a drug
J)antibiotic

Question

Match the descriptions/definitions with the correct terms.

-Hypodermic
A)effect with combination of two similar drugs that is equal to the sum of the effects of each
B)agent that lowers blood pressure by increasing the release of urine
C)habit-forming drug that produces sleep and stupor
D)central nervous system stimulant
E)drug that relieves pain
F)pertaining to under the skin
G)drug that relieves constipation
H)agent that acts against vomiting
I)harmful effects of a drug
J)antibiotic

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Hypodermic means pertaining to under the skin, usually referring to injections given subcutaneously.

Answer: B
 A diuretic is an agent that increases the release of urine, which can help to lower blood pressure.

Answer: C
 A narcotic is a habit-forming drug that produces sleep and stupor.

Answer: D
 A stimulant is a drug that excites or activates the central nervous system.

Answer: E
 An analgesic is a drug that relieves pain.

Answer: A
 Synergism refers to the effect when two similar drugs are used in combination, which is equal to the sum of the effects of each drug alone.

Answer: G
 A laxative is a drug that relieves constipation.

Answer: H
 An antiemetic is an agent that acts against vomiting.

Answer: I
 The adverse effects of a drug are any harmful or undesired effects that occur as a result of taking the drug.

Answer: J
 An antibiotic is a drug that is used to treat bacterial infections.

Match the Descriptions/definitions with the Correct Terms