Cardio Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
Beta blockers for HF ?
A
Metoprolol
Bisoprolol
Carvedilol
2
Q
Drugs that improve survival in HF
A
ACE inh, ARBs, Spironolactone, Beta blockers
3
Q
1st line drug fro intermitent claudication?
A
Cilostazol (PDEIII inh)
4
Q
Nesiritide MA
A
Its a recombinant form of human Btyoe natiruretic peptide (rh BNP)
Activates BNP receptors: increases c GMP
5
Q
Digoxin used for ?
A
HF, atrial fibrillation AE: hyperkalemia Premature ventricular contraction GI Visual change yellow spotlight xanthopsia
6
Q
Amiodarone AE
A
Hyper or hypothyroidism Deposit in skin and cornea Pulmonary fibrosis (10%) Can cause heart block Rapid IV -> HF Inhibits P450 system