Hypertension Drugs

Question 1

Diuretics

Answer 1

Decrease blood volume by increasing diuresis.

Question 2

K+ saving diuretics

Answer 2

Can lead to garnecytomastoma or hyperpartism.

Question 3

Ca channel inhibitors

Answer 3

Block calcium channels. Can be heart or vessel specific. Here vessel specific should be used

Question 4

ACE inhibitors

Answer 4

Inhibit ace and prevent angiotensin II from forming. this leads to less water retention and decreased blood pressure. Cannot be used if the patient has renal artery stenosis.

Question 5

Beta blockers

Answer 5

Not first line but recommended if patient has other conditions. Rebound phenomenon can lead to hypertensive crisis.

Question 6

Name 6 drugs for hypertension

Answer 6

Diuretics, K+ saving diuretics, Ca inhibitors, ACE inhibitors, ARNI, beta blockers

Question 7

ARBs

Answer 7

Block AT1 receptor leading to decreased water retention. Not given with ACE. SE: hyperkalemia, headache and nausea. Not given to those with renal artery stenosis.