ACE Inhibitors Flashcards
1
Q
What do ACEIs treat?
A
Hypertension, useful in pt with diabetes
2
Q
What are ACEIs side effects?
A
Hypotension, dizziness, cough & angioedema (bradkinin effects), renal failure, hyperkalemia
3
Q
ACEI warnings
A
Do not use in pregnancy, or bilateral renal stenosis acute renal failure)
4
Q
ACEI drug interactions
A
K+ supplements, NSAIDs, cyclosporine
5
Q
3 ACEIs
A
Ramipril, benazepril, lisinopril