G12 HSC Chapter 2 Types of Medicines

• Health
• Secondary Education

Antibiotics can fight viral infections as well as bacterial infections.

1. true
2. false

Homeopathy uses natural plant and animal substances.

1. true
2. false

______ can help with the side effects of cancer treatments such as skin inflammation.

1. homeopathy medicine
2. controlled medicine
3. over-the-counter medicine

Narcotics prescriptions and psychotropic prescriptions are examples of _______.

1. semi-controlled medicine
2. controlled medicine
3. over-the-counter medicine

Which type of bacteria stops the bacteria from multiplying?

1. bactericidal
2. bacteriostatic

Which type of antibiotic is administered if the bacteria is not known?

1. broad spectrum
2. specific spectrum

Which form of analgesic is prescribed for severe pain?

1. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory
2. Opioids