ACEi (-pril) Flashcards
1
Q
Examples
A
Lisinopril
Perindopril
2
Q
MoA
A
Angiotensin Converting Enzyme
Inhibitor
Prevents conversion of Ang I to Ang II
Reduces vasoconstriction + Aldosterone release
3
Q
Indications
A
HTN (1st line <55yrs)
HF due to Left Ventricular Dysfunction
4
Q
ADR
A
Dry Cough (Bradykinin build up) First dose hypotension Hyperkalaemia
5
Q
Prescribing Advice
A
Pro-drug = Converted to -prilat
X Renovascular disease
X Pregnancy
X w/ NSAIDs