Angiotensin Receptor Blockers Flashcards
1
Q
ARB MoA
A
Blocks angiotensin II activity in vascular smooth muscle, prevents vasoconstriction.
2
Q
ARB contraindications
A
Pregnancy
Potassium >5mmol/L
Other RAAS
3
Q
ARB adverse effects
A
Hyperkalemia, acute renal failure in bilateral artery stenosis, hypotension
4
Q
Azilsartan
A
Edarbi
40-80mg
5
Q
Candesartan
A
Atacand
8-32mg
6
Q
Eprosartan
A
Teveten
600-800mg
1-2 divided doses
7
Q
Irbesartan
A
Avapro
150-300mg
8
Q
Losartan
A
Cozaar
50-100mg
1-2 divided doses
9
Q
Olmesartan
A
Benicar
20-40mg
10
Q
Telmisartan
A
Micardis
20-80mg
11
Q
Valsartan
A
Diovan
80-320mg