drug Class: ARNI Flashcards
1
Q
What does ARNI stand for?
A
Angiotensin receptor blocker Neprilysin inhibitor
2
Q
Examples of ARNI
A
VALSARTAN-SACUBITRIL
3
Q
Mode of action of ARNI
A
ARB= stops ATI receptor —> blocks harmful adaptation in HF
Neprilysin inhibitor= stops breakdown of BNP and ANP by neural endopeptidases —> boosts beneficial adaptation in HF
4
Q
Side effects of ARNI
A
Hypotension