Aldosterone Antagonists Flashcards
1
Q
What is the common root name?
A
-one
2
Q
What are common drug names?
A
Eplerenone, Spironolactone
3
Q
How does it work?
A
Blocks aldosterone > urinary excretion of Na & H2O and retain K
4
Q
What does it treat?
A
HTN, HF S/S
5
Q
Most common S/E? (1)
A
Hyperkalemia
6
Q
Why is it the most common S/E
A
Potassium sparing effect
7
Q
What to watch for in hyperkalemia?
A
K levels, BUN, Creatinine
8
Q
What is the route?
A
PO only
9
Q
Can you give it with or without food?
A
Yes
10
Q
What to watch for?
A
Food/Supplements high in K, parathesia, muscle twitching, weakness
11
Q
Contraindicated in?
A
High K level, kidney impairment
