Medicines and Cosmetics (4)

Types of modern medicines (5)

Corticosteroids

Example of modern medicine (analgesics)

- Aspirin - Paracetamol - Codeine

Example of modern medicine (antimicrobials) (1)

Antibiotics, such as penicillin and streptomycin

Example of modern medicine (antimicrobials) (2)

Antiseptics, such as hydrogen peroxide, iodine and boric acid

Example of modern medicine (antimicrobials) (3)

Disinfectants, such as alcohol and formaldehyde

Example of modern medicine (psychotic drugs)

- Haloperidol - Chlorpromazine - Clozapine

Example of modern medicine (anti allergies)

Antihistamines

Example of modern medicine (corticosteroids)

Betamethasone valerate or prednisolone

Function of aspirin and paracetamol

Relieve pain in conscious state

Function of codeine

Relieves pain, alleviates coughs and treats diarrhoea