Antihypertensives Flashcards
1
Q
Example of ACE inhibitor
A
Lisonopril
Enalapril
Captopril
2
Q
MOA of an ACE inhibitor
A
Inhibits angiotensin-converting enzyme thus reducing synthesis of vasoconstrictor angiotensin II.
This decreases aldosterone secretion, resulting in increased salt and water excretion, indirectly
decreasing plasma volume and cardiac load