Cardiovascular Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
4 types of cardiovascular drugs likely to be encountered in practice
A
- Antihypertensive agents
- Hyperlipidemia Agents
- Anti-Anginal Agents
- Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Agents
2
Q
Reduce blood pressure to decrease
risk of complications such as heart
attacks, stroke, heart failure, and
chronic kidney disease
A
Antihypertensive agents
3
Q
Reduce cholesterol levels and
subsequent risk of complications
(heart attack, stroke) from
atherosclerotic plaque
A
Hyperlipidemia Agents
4
Q
Decrease chest pain through increase supply or decreased demand of oxygen by heart cells
A
Anti-Anginal Agents
5
Q
Prevent clots in the cardiovascular
system (reduce risk of stroke and heart attacks)
A
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Agents
