CHD Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
Nitro Vasodilators
A
Dilate both arteries and veins
Commonest GTN
Fast acting
Sublingual
Tolerance develops
2
Q
SE of nitrates
A
Throbbing headache
Dizziness
Caution with other drugs
3
Q
Lipid lowering drugs
A
Statins
Up regulation of LDL receptors
Few side effects
Abnormal liver tests
GI upset
Muscle problems
4
Q
Pathopysiological problems in CHD are…
A
Narrowing of coronary arteries
Not enough oxygen to heart
Oxygen demand exceeds supply
Heart muscle if hypoxic
