Antihypertensives
11 Antihypertensives These are substances used to control or modify blood pressure, either by reducing peripheral resistance or blocking α or β adrenoreceptors in the heart, or by reducing the…
Miscellaneous
19 Miscellaneous This chapter contains the drugs that are used in midwifery and that do not come under any previous title. Specific pre-existing conditions, e.g. asthma, or pregnancy-related conditions, e.g….
Anticonvulsants
6 Anticonvulsants Anticonvulsants are drugs used to arrest or prevent fits or seizures. The benefits of treatment should outweigh the risk to the fetus, and efforts should be made to…
Antidepressants and Treatments for Mental Health Conditions
7 Antidepressants and Treatments for Mental Health Conditions Antidepressants These are preparations that aim to restore the balance of neurotransmitter substances in the brain, a deficiency of which is thought…
Myometrial Relaxants
20 Myometrial Relaxants These drugs are sympathomimetics and relax uterine muscle, hopefully preventing premature labour. Their main use is to delay delivery until corticosteroid therapy is complete. Some are used…
Antifungals
9 Antifungals These are drugs used to combat fungal infections. They can be ingested or applied topically, depending on the infection. The student should be aware of: common fungal infections…
Anxiolytics and Hypnotics
13 Anxiolytics and Hypnotics These are used to lessen tension and excitement and to induce sleep. They may be prescribed for anxious patients or those unable to sleep in the…
Antiseptics
12 Antiseptics These substances are also known as disinfectants, bacteriostats, bactericides and germicides. They inhibit the growth of, or kill, microorganisms. Antiseptics are usually applied to the body or as…
Antiemetics
8 Antiemetics These are drugs used to prevent or lessen nausea and vomiting. Some of these preparations may also be antipsychotics or antihistamines. The student should be aware of: the…
