Drugs

Question 1

Diuretics

Answer 1

Increase urination in an attempt to reduce retained fluid e.g. furosemide

Question 2

Glycosides

Answer 2

Affect the heart muscle, creating stronger contraction e.g. Digoxin

Question 3

Brochodiators

Answer 3

To ease respiratory difficulty e.g. bricany, corventa D

Question 4

Vasodilators

Answer 4

Reduce blood pressure, usually provided from a multi-action medication e.g. vetmedin

Question 5

ACE inhibitors

Answer 5

Block angiotensin converting enzyme which reduces fluid retention and blood pressure e.g. Vasotop

Question 6

Beta-blockers

Answer 6

Slows the heart rate e.g. atenolol