It is helpful to memorize the major classes of drugs and a few key examples for each:
- Antihistamines: Cetirizine (Zyrtec), Loratadine (Claritin), Diphenhydramine (Benadryl), Terfenadine (Seldane).
- Tranquilizers: Diazepam (Valium), Alprazolam (Xanax), Barbiturates.
- Analgesics: Aspirin (non-narcotic), Morphine, Codeine (narcotic).
- Antidepressants: Iproniazid, Phenelzine (Nardil).