Match the terms with their correct descriptions/definitions.
-Drug that promotes vomiting
A)antibiotic
B)beta-blocker
C)bisphosphonate
D)caffeine
E)calcium channel blocker
F)cathartic
G)diuretic
H)emetic
I)glucocorticoid
J)hypnotic

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An emetic is a drug that promotes vomiting.

Answer: F 
 A cathartic is a drug that promotes bowel movement and relieves constipation.

Answer: G 
 A diuretic is a drug that increases urine output and helps to relieve fluid buildup in the body.

Answer: J 
 A hypnotic is a drug that induces sleep or promotes sleepiness.

The other options are:
A) Antibiotic - a medication used to treat bacterial infections.
B) Beta-blocker - medication used to lower blood pressure and treat heart conditions.
C) Bisphosphonate - a medication used to treat and prevent bone loss.
D) Caffeine - a stimulant drug found in many beverages like coffee and tea.
E) Calcium channel blocker - medication used to lower blood pressure and treat heart conditions.
I) Glucocorticoid - a medication used to reduce inflammation and treat conditions like arthritis and asthma.

Match the Terms with Their Correct Descriptions/definitions