04.22 - IHD Pharm (Ostrom) Flashcards
What determines myocardial demand?
HR, Contractility, Wall tension (afterload)
2 Main CV effects of Nitrates
(1) Venodilation reduces Preload; (2) Coronary Vasodilation
2 major non-dihydropyridine CCB’s, and which is better
Verapamil > Diltiazem
2 mechanisms of Ranolazine
Late sodium current inhibitor; Partial FA oxidase inhibitor –> Increase glucose oxidation and efficiency of O2 utilization in heart
2 Non-Dihydro CCB’s
Verapamil, Diltiazem
3 Widespread Uses of CCB’s
Angina, HTN, Supraventricular Arrhythmias
5 Dihydro CCB’s
Nifedipine, Nicardipine, Isradipine, Felodipine, Amlodipine
Absolute Contraindication for Nitrates
PDE inhibitors
Action of Ca2+ in cardiac muscle cell
Binding to Troponin C reduces inhibition of actin-myosin cross-bridges
Action of Ca2+ in smooth muscle cell
Binding to Calmodulin activates MLCK, which phosphorylates myosin and triggers contraction
Adverse Effects of Nitrates
Hypotension, Headache, Drug Rash
Adverse reactions with Ranolazine
Dizziness, headache, constipation, nausea (4-6%)
AE’s caused by all CCB’s
Hypotension, Peripheral Edema
AE’s of DHP CCB’s
Excessive Vasodilation, GI, Per Edema, Coronary Steal
AE’s of Verapamil, Diltiazem
Bradycardia, Asystole, AV Block; Constipation; CHF
All patients with CHD should receive
Aspirin
Another source of concern for CCB’s
may increase cancer risk (not shown in ALLHAT)
Are CCB’s good at treating HTN
One study says yes, other no
Best choice for oral anti-HTN in patient with Prinzmetal’s would be
DHP CCB
Cardiac cells rely on L-type Ca channels for
Contraction (contractile cells) and Upstroke of AP in Nodal Cells
CCB’s act on what type of Ca channels
L-Type
CCB’s are highly effect for relief of symptoms in
Exertional and Vasospastic Angina
CCB’s in patients with CAD
fail to consistently reduce reinfarction or CAD mortality; Imparied LV function
Chemical class of Diltiazem
Benzothiazepines
Chemical class of Verapamil
Phenylalkylamines
Con to Ranolazine
Cost; Will not relieve acute angina attacks
Conclusion: When should CCB’s be used
Unable to tolerate BB’s; Or add-on for angina uncontrolled by BB + nitrate
Contraindications for All CCB’s
Hypotension, Advance HF
Contraindications for Non-DHP CCB’s only
Sinus Bradycardia, AV conduction defects (also Hypotension, Advance HF)
DHP =
Vasodilation = Baroreceptor Reflex
Direct effects of Non-Di CCB’s predominate to
Reduce Heart Work: HR, Contractility, Slowed AV conduction
Do BB’s prevent vasospasm?
No
Drug of choice in Angina overall
Beta blockers