Antihypertensives Flashcards
1
Q
What is nicardipine and how does it work
A
CCB
Arterial dilator
Can cause reflex tachycardia
2
Q
What is Clevedipine and how does it work
A
CCB
Works on arterial resistant vasculature
Has no vasodilatroy or vasocontractility effects
3
Q
What is labetolol and how does it work
A
BB With both beta and alpha blocking ability
Excessive blood pressure drops are unusual
4
Q
What is Esmolol
A
Rapid acting BB
Less potent than labetolol
5
Q
Side effect of hydralazine
A
Can produce tachycardia
6
Q
What is Fenaldopam
A
Peripheral dopamine 1 agonist
Reduction in arterial pressure
Useful with AKI
