ACE inhibitors Flashcards
1
Q
Benazepril (g)
A
Lotensin (b)
2
Q
Enalapril (g)
A
Epaned, Vasotec (b)
3
Q
Lisinopril (g)
A
Prinivil, Zestril (b)
4
Q
Lisinopril/HCTZ (g)
A
Zestoretic, Prinzide (b)
5
Q
MOA
A
prevents conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II which results in dilation of blood vessels.
6
Q
common adverse effects
A
dry cough **
dizziness
hyperkalemia
transient increase in SCr
7
Q
rare adverse effects
A
angioedema
8
Q
counseling pts.
A
avoid salt substitutes containing K.
take daily, do not double up on doses.
9
Q
clinical pearls
A
if pt if bothered by cough, may switch to ARB.
if angioedema experienced with ACEi, do NOT try ARB.
