Cardiovascular Medications

Question 1

Propranolol

Answer 1

Usages: Used for managing high blood pressure, arrhythmias, anxiety, and migraines.

Warnings: May cause fatigue, dizziness, and slow heart rate. Use with caution in people with asthma or heart conditions.

Timing: Usually taken 1–2 times a day, with or without food.

Question 2

Amlodipine

Answer 2

Usages: A calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure and angina (chest pain).

Warnings: May cause swelling of the ankles or feet. Not recommended for those with severe low blood pressure.

Timing: Typically taken once a day, with or without food.

Question 3

Lisinopril

Answer 3

Usages: An ACE inhibitor used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease.

Warnings: May cause dizziness, cough, or elevated potassium levels.

Timing: Taken once a day, with or without food.

Question 4

Losartan

Answer 4

Usages: An angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) used for treating high blood pressure and protecting kidney function in people with diabetes.

Warnings: Can cause dizziness or high potassium levels.

Timing: Usually taken once a day, with or without food.

Question 5

Atorvastatin

Answer 5

Usages: A statin medication used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Warnings: Can cause muscle pain or weakness and liver damage in rare cases.

Timing: Typically taken once a day, with or without food.

Question 6

Clopidogrel

Answer 6

Usages: An antiplatelet drug used to reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, and other cardiovascular events.

Warnings: Can increase the risk of bleeding. Should be used with caution in people with bleeding disorders.

Timing: Usually taken once a day, with or without food.

Question 7

Furosemide

Answer 7

Usages: A diuretic used to treat swelling and fluid retention caused by heart failure, kidney disease, or liver disease.

Warnings: May cause dehydration, low potassium, or dizziness.

Timing: Typically taken once a day, often in the morning to avoid nighttime urination.

Question 8

Enalapril

Answer 8

Usages: An ACE inhibitor used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.

Warnings: Can cause a persistent dry cough, dizziness, and elevated potassium levels.

Timing: Usually taken once or twice a day, with or without food.

Question 9

Metoprolol

Answer 9

Usages: Used for treating high blood pressure, heart failure, angina (chest pain), and to prevent heart attacks. It also helps manage arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats).

Warnings: May cause fatigue, dizziness, slow heart rate, and cold hands. Use caution in people with asthma or severe heart conditions.

Timing: Typically taken once or twice a day, with or without food.

Question 10

Simvastatin

Answer 10

Usages: A statin used to lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and triglycerides while raising HDL (“good”) cholesterol. It helps reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and heart attacks.

Warnings: May cause muscle pain or weakness, liver problems, and digestive issues. Should be avoided with grapefruit juice, as it can increase the risk of side effects.

Timing: Usually taken once a day, in the evening, as cholesterol production peaks at night.