AT1 Receptor Blockers (ARBs) Flashcards
1
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MOA
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blockade of AT1 receptor, thus prevention of AT1 Angiotensin-2 effects
2
Q
Losartan
A
Cozaar
3
Q
Candesartan
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Atacand
4
Q
Eprosartan
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Teveten
5
Q
Irbesartan
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Avapro
6
Q
Olmesartan
A
Benicar
7
Q
Valsartan
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Diovan
8
Q
Azilsartan
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Edarbi
9
Q
Telemisartan
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Micardis
10
Q
Losartan + HCTZ
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Hyzar
11
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ARB Clinical Pearls
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- No cough and decreased risk of angioedema
- Similar outcomes and adverse effects as ACE-inhibs
- Renal data available in diabetics and CKD
- Typically more expensive than ACE-inhibitors
- Dont use in combination with another RAS inhibitor