Calcium channel blockers Flashcards
1
Q
Do CCBs inhibit L-type or T-type calcium channels?
A
L-type
2
Q
What are the two types of CCBs?
A
Dihydropridines and non-dihydropyridines
3
Q
What do dihydropridines do?
A
Greater sensitivity for vascular, ie. amlopidine, nifedipine
4
Q
What do non-dihydropridines do?
A
Inhibit the AV node, decrease HR, decrease contractility