CVS Flashcards
1
Q
Nitrate should be avoided with..
A
Sildenafil
2
Q
What is the cause of dry cough produced by ACE inhibitors?
A
Bradykinin increase
3
Q
What is the most serious ADR of ACE inhibitors
A
Hypotension
4
Q
What is the effect of Enalapril on serum Potassium levels?
A
Hyperkalemia
(Other: decreased Aldosterone and Na)
5
Q
Which antihypertensive is the best choice for a patient who is also a diabetic?
A
ACE I
6
Q
Name the 2 imp CI of ACE inhibitors
A
Pregnancy, Bilateral renal artery stenosis, Hyperkalemia
7
Q
Which angiotensin receptor blocker has both uricosuric (increase uric acid in urine) and antiplatelet action?
A
Losartan
8
Q
All ACEI are prodrugs except
A
Captopril and Lisinopril