hypertension Flashcards
1
Q
- PO before meals to increase absorption
- AE: persistent dry cough, angioedema, compromised airway, orthostatic hypotension
- CI pregnancy, foods high in salt/potassium
- drug/drug: NSAIDs, potassium sparing diuretics
- ACE inhibitor
A
captopril
2
Q
- blocks effect angiotensin II by blocking receptor sites –> decreases SVR
- PO
- AE: orthostatic hypotension
- CI pregnancy
- low sodium & fat diet
- don’t crush
A
losartan
3
Q
- dilate peripheral arteries & decrease PVR
- PO, same time daily
- AE: peripheral edema, orthostatic hypotension, constipation
- food/drug: grapefruit
A
diltiazem
4
Q
- dilates blood vessels & decreases PVR
- PO, generally at bedtime
- AE: first dose phenomenon, sodium & fluid retention
A
doxazosin
5
Q
doxazosin is a(n)
A
alpha1 blocker
6
Q
- stimulates alpha2 receptors which leads to decreased sympathetic outflow from CNS & lower BP
- Po or transdermal (2-3 days effect)
- AE: CNS effects, nightmares
A
clonidine
7
Q
clonidine is a(n)
A
alpha2 agonist
8
Q
- decreases HR, contractility, renin release
- PO, IV
- CI bradycardia, hypotension
- AE: GI upset. HF, pulmonary edema, hypotension
A
propanolol
9
Q
propanolol is a
A
beta blocker
