Calcium Channel Blockers Flashcards

1
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Examples

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Amlodipine
Diltiazem
Verapamil

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MoA

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L-type Calcium Channels
Antagonist
Blocks entry of Ca2+ = Reduces [Ca2+]
Vasodilatation +/or negative inotropic effects on heart

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Indications

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HTN (-dipines)
Supraventricular Arrhythmias (Verapamil)
Angina

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4
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ADR

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Headache, Flushing
Bradycardia, PO
Heart Block

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5
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Prescribing Advice

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X Myocardial depression, impaired conduction

X w/ Digoxin / Beta Blockers

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