ACE Inhibitors Flashcards
1
Q
Used to slowly inhibit the activity of the enzyme ACE, which decreases the production of angiotensin II. As a result blood vessels dilate and blood pressure is reduced.
Side effects are coughing, hypotension and angioedema.
A
Catopril = Capoten
2
Q
Used to slowly inhibit the activity of the enzyme ACE, which decreases the production of angiotensin II. As a result blood vessels dilate and blood pressure is reduced.
Side effects are coughing, hypotension and angioedema.
A
Enalapril = Vasotec
3
Q
Used to slowly inhibit the activity of the enzyme ACE, which decreases the production of angiotensin II. As a result blood vessels dilate and blood pressure is reduced.
Side effects are coughing, hypotension and angioedema.
A
Lisinopril = Prinivil
