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MFDS drug classes group medicines used for the same purpose. Pick a class to see the medicines in it.

Antihypertensive agentsA category of medications that lower blood pressure.2232
Antidiabetic agentsThis is a category of medications used for blood sugar control.2024
Antipyretics, Analgesics, and Anti-inflammatory DrugsThis is a classification that groups medications that reduce fever and relieve pain and inflammation.1789
Antiasclerotic agentsAntiasclerotic agents are medications used to prevent or treat fatty deposits in the arteries and vascular sclerosis.1632
Gastrointestinal ulcer agentsA category of drugs used to treat gastrointestinal ulcers.1261
Other cardiovascular agentsA category of various cardiovascular drugs not included in other cardiovascular classifications.1052
Other central nervous system agentsThis is a category of various medications that act on the central nervous system but do not belong to other classifications.1013
Other genitourinary and rectal agentsThis category includes various medications used for the genitourinary system and rectum.859
Psychotropic agentsPsychotropic agents are medications used to treat mental and neurological disorders.800
Other chemotherapeutic agentsA group of chemotherapeutic agents that are not classified in other categories.783
Unclassified metabolic drugsThis includes various medications related to metabolism but not classified in other categories.526
Mainly effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteriaA category of antibiotics effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.493
Other vitamin preparationsA category of various vitamin preparations that do not fit into other classifications.467
AnticonvulsantsThis is a category of medications used to prevent or control seizures in epilepsy.439
Other gastrointestinal medicationsA category of medications used for various symptoms related to the gastrointestinal tract but not fitting into specific classifications.425
AntihistaminesA category of antihistamine medications that alleviate allergy symptoms.366
Antitussives and expectorantsA category that includes medications that relieve cough and facilitate the expulsion of phlegm.364
Other Allergy MedicationsOther allergy medications include various drugs that relieve allergy symptoms.360
AntineoplasticsThis is a classification of drugs that inhibit or destroy cancer cell growth.277
Other Blood and Body Fluid MedicationsA category of various medications related to blood and body fluids.272
Liver disease agentsThis category includes medications used for improving liver function and treating liver diseases.243
AnticoagulantsAnticoagulants are drugs that inhibit the process of blood coagulation.204
Skeletal Muscle RelaxantsDrugs that relax skeletal muscles and reduce muscle spasms.175
Mixed vitamin preparations (excluding vitamin AD mixtures)This is a category of supplements that contain various vitamins together.148
Immunosuppressants (including non-specific immunosuppressants)This is a class of drugs that treat autoimmune diseases and transplant rejection by regulating immune responses.144
Other Antibiotic Preparations (including Combination Antibiotics)Medications that include various antibiotics and combination antibiotics not classified elsewhere.142
AntacidsThis is a category of medications that neutralize stomach acid or suppress its secretion.124
AntispasmodicsAntispasmodics are a classification of drugs that alleviate spasms in muscles or organs.117
Other Respiratory DrugsIncludes various medications used to treat respiratory diseases that do not fall into other categories.106
Digestive AidThis is a classification of drugs that help digestive function and alleviate gastrointestinal discomfort.106
Laxatives, Bulk FormersLaxatives and bulk formers are classifications of drugs that promote bowel movement or relieve constipation.105
Hair Products (for hair growth, hair loss, coloring, hair conditioning)Hair products are a classification of drugs used for hair growth, preventing hair loss, coloring, and conditioning.105
Vitamin A and D PreparationsMedications that include vitamins A and D as supplements to prevent and treat nutritional deficiencies.105
Autonomic Nervous System DrugsAutonomic nervous system drugs include medications that regulate the function of the autonomic nervous system.104
AntidiarrhealAntidiarrheal medicines are drugs that regulate bowel movement to improve diarrhea or constipation.97
Adrenal HormonesMedications that include adrenal hormones, which regulate inflammation and immune responses.95
Hypnotics and SedativesHypnotics and sedatives are a classification of drugs for alleviating anxiety and inducing sleep.82
Calcium PreparationsA pharmacological classification that includes medications for calcium supplementation.73
Dental and Oral MedicationsA classification of drugs for dental and oral health.72
Mainly acting on Gram-positive bacteria, Rickettsia, and virusesA classification of antimicrobial and antiviral medications effective against Gram-positive bacteria, Rickettsia, and viruses.69
Enzyme PreparationsEnzyme preparations are a category of medications that supplement enzymes necessary for digestion or metabolism.64
Mineral PreparationsMineral preparations are a classification of drugs that replenish the necessary minerals for the human body.62
VasodilatorsVasodilators are drugs that widen blood vessels to improve blood flow.55
Vitamin B Preparations (excluding Vitamin B1)A category of medications containing Vitamin B complex excluding Vitamin B1.50
AntidotesAntidotes are a classification of drugs that neutralize toxic substances that have entered the body.44
Vascular Reinforcement AgentsA category of medications that strengthen the vascular walls to enhance vascular integrity.43
Pituitary Hormone PreparationsThis is a classification of drugs that supplement or regulate hormones secreted by the pituitary gland.43
Follicle Hormone and Luteal Hormone PreparationsA classification of female hormone medications that include follicle hormone and luteal hormone.43
AntiemeticsThis is a classification of drugs that suppress or alleviate vomiting.42
Protein Amino Acid PreparationsA category of medications aimed at supplementing proteins and amino acids.42
Synthetic drugs41
ContraceptivesContraceptives are a classification of drugs that prevent pregnancy.39
Gout Treatment AgentsGout treatment agents are medications that regulate uric acid levels to alleviate symptoms of gout.38
AnthelminticsA category of medications used to treat parasitic infections.34
Medications not classified elsewhere and not primarily for treatmentIncludes various medications that are not for therapeutic purposes and do not belong to any specific category.26
Thyroid and Parathyroid Hormone PreparationsThis is a classification of drugs that regulate thyroid and parathyroid hormones.25
DiureticsA classification of drugs that expels excess water and salt from the body.24
Medications for Purulent DiseasesThis is a classification of drugs used to treat purulent diseases.23
Antiarrhythmic AgentsA classification of drugs that treat cardiac arrhythmias.22
Drugs for the Urogenital System (including STD Prevention)A classification of drugs used for urogenital-related diseases and STD prevention.22
Antiparasitic AgentsAntiparasitic agents are medications that treat parasitic infections in the body.22
Vitamin E and K PreparationsSupplements that include vitamins E and K, providing essential vitamins for the body.19
Other Tonic and Alteration Prevention AgentsA classification of tonic and alteration prevention medications that do not belong to other categories.18
Comprehensive Metabolic PreparationsComprehensive metabolic preparations are drugs that contain various components that assist the body's metabolic functions.18
Ophthalmic PreparationsA classification of drugs used for the treatment of eye diseases.16
Stimulants15
Primarily acting on Gram-positive and negative bacteria, rickettsia, and virusesAntimicrobial agents effective against Gram-positive and negative bacteria, rickettsia, and viruses.15
Opioid alkaloid preparations15
AnalgesicsA classification that includes drugs with analgesic and antipyretic effects.13
X-ray contrast agents12
Otolaryngological PreparationsOtolaryngological preparations are medications used to treat conditions related to the ears, nose, and throat.11
CholereticsCholeretics are medications that promote the secretion of bile to aid digestion.11
Functional Drugs for Various Tissue CellsThis is a classification of various drugs that affect the function of tissue cells.11
Vitamin B1 PreparationsMedications containing Vitamin B1 are used to supplement thiamine deficiency.10
Vitamin C and P PreparationsSupplements containing Vitamins C and P that help with immunity and vascular health.10
Hemostatic AgentsA classification of drugs that stop bleeding or help with blood coagulation.9
Antituberculosis AgentA classification of drugs used to inhibit or eliminate tuberculosis bacteria.9
Cardiac GlycosidesThis is a classification of drugs that strengthen heart function and regulate heartbeats.8
Vitamin PreparationsThis is a classification of nutritional supplements that include vitamin preparations.8
Other Antineoplastic AgentsOther antineoplastic agents include various anticancer drugs that do not fall under specific classifications.8
Mainly effective against Gram-positive bacteriaA classification of antibiotics that are primarily effective against Gram-positive bacteria.8
Other Compounding AgentsA classification of various compounding drugs that do not belong to other categories.7
Other Nervous System and Sensory Organs MedicationsThis is a classification that includes various drugs acting on the nervous system and sensory organs.4
Mainly effective against acid-fast bacteriaA classification of medications that demonstrate effectiveness against acid-fast bacteria.4
Hemorrhoid PreparationsHemorrhoid preparations are a classification of medications used to relieve symptoms of hemorrhoids.3
Other Topical MedicationThis is a classification that includes various medications applied to the skin externally.3
Low-dose Vitamin and Mineral PreparationsA classification of supplement medications that contain low doses of vitamins and minerals.3
Central nervous system drugs2
Sublingual MedicationSublingual medications are a classification of drugs that dissolve in the mouth to exert their effects.2
Digestive Enzyme MedicationDigestive enzyme medications are a classification of drugs that include digestive enzymes.2
Reagents for immunoassay testingReagents for immunoassay testing are substances used to test immune responses.2
Other peripheral nervous system drugs1
Allergy MedicationThis classification gathers medications that alleviate allergic reactions.1
Circulatory System MedicationThis classification includes medications used to improve heart and vascular function.1
VasoconstrictorsVasoconstrictors are a classification of drugs that constrict blood vessels to regulate blood flow.1
Digestive System MedicationDigestive system medications are drugs that treat gastrointestinal diseases and symptoms.1
Anabolic SteroidsAnabolic steroids are a classification of steroid medications that promote muscle growth and protein synthesis.1
Other Hormones (including Antihormones)This classification gathers various hormones and antihormones that are related to hormonal action but do not belong to specific categories.1
Drugs for the urinary and reproductive system and anus1
Urological disinfectants1
Uterine contractors1
Antiparasitic Skin Disease AgentsThis is a classification of drugs used to treat skin diseases caused by parasites.1
Long-acting FormulationsLong-acting formulations refer to a classification of drugs designed to have a gradual onset of action.1
Blood substitutes1
Primarily acting on fungi and protozoaThis is a classification of drugs used in the treatment of fungal and protozoal infections.1
Postoperative agents1
Vaccines1

Drug classes are only attached to medicines covered by the MFDS pill identification data, so not every medicine has one.

SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

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