Angina drugs Flashcards
What conditions does an ACS involve?
Unstable angina.
Non-ST elevation MI.
ST elevation MI.
What is the initial treatment for an ACS?
M - morphine.
O - oxygen.
N - nitrates.
A - anti-platelet (aspirin or clopidogrel).
What is the preventative treatment for an ACS?
MI-5: > Aspirin. > Clopidogrel. > ACEi. > Beta blockers. > Statin.
What is the MOA of nitrates?
Release NO > increased cGMP > smooth muscle relaxation.
Give some examples of nitrates?
GTN. Isosorbide mononitrate (long acting).
What are the side effects of nitrates?
Headaches.
Hypotension.
Flushing.
When are nitrates contra-indicated?
Hypotension.
Mitral & aortic stenosis.
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
Give examples of anti-platelet drugs?
Aspirin.
Clopidogrel.
Prasugrel.
Ticagrelor.
What is the MOA of aspirin?
Irreversibly inhibits COX > inhibition of TXA2.
What are the side effects of aspirin?
GI irritation.
Bronchospasms.
When is aspirin contra-indicated?
PUD & bleeding disorders.
What is the MOA of clopidogrel?
Pro-drug converted to an active drug by P450 enzymes.
Blocks P2Y12 adenosine receptors on platelets > inhibits aggregation.
What are the side effects of clopidogrel?
GI irritation.
What are the contra-indications for clopidogrel?
Active bleeding.
What interactions does clopidogrel have?
Enzyme inducers (i.e. omeperazole) reduce anti-platelet activity. Fluoxetine reduces anti-platelet effect.
Give examples of ACEi?
Ramipril.
Captopril (short acting).
What are the MOA of ACEi?
Inhibits ACE (converts angiotensin I > angiotensin II).
What are the side effects of ACEi?
Dry cough.
Hypotension.
Hyperkalaemia.
Renal & hepatic impairment.