Hypertension Flashcards
1
Q
Name ACE inhibitors
A
Catopril, enalapril
2
Q
How do beta blockers work?
A
Act on B1 receptors to reduce cardiac output
3
Q
Name some bet blockers
A
Atenolol,propranolol
4
Q
How do ACE INHIBITORS WORK
A
Act as an angiotensin 1 antagonist, cause vasodilation and lowered blood volume
6
Q
How do ARBs work?
A
Angiotensin 2 antagonist, prevents vasoconstriction
7
Q
Name some Arbs
A
Lasartan, eprosartan
8
Q
Name alpha blockers
A
Prazosin, doxazosin
9
Q
Name a vasodilator
A
Minoxidil
10
Q
How do vasodilators work?
A
Relax smooth muscle
16
Q
How doe alpha blockers work?
A
Adrenaline antagonist that causes Vasodilation
