Heart Medications Flashcards
1
Q
Pimobendan
A
Also called Vetmedin
* enhances heart contractions
* expensive
2
Q
Doxapram
Effect / Use
A
Stimulates respiration
* used for respiratory arrest
3
Q
Lidocaine
Use
A
- Given as CRI in emergent situations
- Used for ventricular arrhythmias
4
Q
Nitroglycerin
A
- Vasodilator
- Decreases work of the heart
5
Q
Enalapril
A
Monitor kidney values during use
* reduces blood pressure
6
Q
Warfarin Poisoning Treatment
A
Treat with Vitamin K
7
Q
Furosamide
A
- Also called Lasix
- Works on the Loop of Henle
8
Q
Spironolactone
A
- Used to treat pulmonary edema
- Spares excretion of potassium
9
Q
Theophylline
A
Treats asthma, tracheal collapse, and emergency anaphylaxis
10
Q
Digoxin
A
Strengthens heart contractions
