anti-inflammatory agent
Any compound that has anti-inflammatory effects.
antilipemic drug
A substance used to treat hyperlipidemia (an excess of lipids in the blood).
immunosuppressive agent
An agent that suppresses immune function by one of several mechanisms of action. Classical cytotoxic immunosuppressants act by inhibiting DNA synthesis. Others may act through activation of T-cells or by inhibiting the activation of helper cells. In addition, an immunosuppressive agent is a role played by a compound which is exhibited by a capability to diminish the extent and/or voracity of an immune response.
antihypertensive agent
Any drug used in the treatment of acute or chronic vascular hypertension regardless of pharmacological mechanism.
anti-allergic agent
A drug used to treat allergic reactions.
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