Cardio drugs Flashcards
1
Q
What are class I antiarrhythmic drugs?
A
- Sodium-channel blockers
- Should not be given to patients with significant coronary artery disease, left ventricular dysfunction or other forms of structural disease
2
Q
What are class II antiarrythmic drugs?
A
- Catecholamine-blockers
- Most are B-adrenoceptor antagonists
- Suppress AV node conduction
- Anti-ischaemic and anti-adrenergic
3
Q
Name the common cardioselective beta-blockers (B1).
A
- metoprolol
- bisoprolol
- atenolol
- acebutolol
4
Q
What are class III antiarrythmic drugs?
A
- Potassium channel blocker
* Prolong the action potential by blocking the rapid component of the delayed rectifier potassium current.
5
Q
Name the common class III drugs.
A
- Amiodarone
* Sotalol (also a beta-blocker)
6
Q
What are class IV drugs?
A
• Calcium-channel blockers
