Hypertensives Flashcards
Angiotensin II causes _________ and __________ leading to retention of _________
vasoconstriction
&
increased release of aldosterone
Na+ and H2O
RAAS inhibitors decrease blood pressure by _________
inhibiting the effects of Angiotensin II
What classes of drugs have shown to slow the progression of kidney disease in patients with albuminuria?
ACE inhibitors and ARBs
Angiotensin II constricts the ____________ of the nephron, causing increased workload in the glomeruli; which over time, results in _________
efferent arterioles
kidney damage
In heart failure, ACE inhibitors and ARBs protect the myocardium from what?
remodeling effects of Angiotensin II
RAAS inhibitors should NOT be used in combination due to increased risk of _________
adverse effects
RAAS inhibitors include _____
ACE inhibitors, ARBs, aliskiren, ARNI
What is a potentially fatal adverse effect that can occur with the use of any RAAS inhibitor? Who is at higher risk?
Angioedema: the swelling of the deeper layers of the skin caused by a build up of fluid.
More common with ACE inhibitors than ARBs or aliskiren
black patients
If a patient develops angioedema with any RAAS inhibitor then __________
all other RAAS inhibitors SHOULD BE AVOIDED
What class of drugs blocks the conversion of Angiotensin I to Angiotensin II? and what is the result?
ACE Inhibitors
decrease in vasoconstriction and decrease in aldosterone secretion
they also block the degradation of bradykinin, which is thought to contribute to vasodilatory effects and side effects of dry /hacking cough & angioedema.
What class of drugs blocks the degradation of bradykinin?
ACE inhibitors,
this is thought to contribute to the vasodilatory effects & side effects of a dry/hacking cough and angioedema
Lotensin *
benazepril
Vasotec *
enalapril
Vasotec IV *
enalaprilat
Prinivil *
lisinopril
Zestril *
lisinopril
Qbrelis
lisinopril oral solution
Accupril *
quinapril
Altace *
ramipril
Uncontrolled Hypertension places the patient at greater risk for ________
heart disease, stroke and kidney disease
Most patients have ________ hypertension. The cause is unknown.
primary or essential hypertension
secondary hypertension can be caused by _____________
renal disease (chronic kidney disease), adrenal disease, obstructive sleep apnea, or drugs
___________ is responsible for the conversion of angiotensinogen to angiotensin I
Renin
________ directly inhibits renin preventing the conversion of angiotensinogen to angiotensin I
Renin Inhibitor
Angiotensinogen is released by the _______
liver
Renin is released by the ______
kidneys
BP assessments should be based on an average of at least ____________readings on _________, preferably standardized to the timing of medication administration
2 readings
2 separate occasions
The ACC/AHA has defined 4 categories of blood pressure in adults:
normal blood pressure: SBP < 120mmHg AND DBP < 80mmHg
elevated BP: SBP 120-129mmHg AND DBP < 80mmHg
Stage 1 HTN: SBP 130-139mmHg oorrr DBP 80-89
Stage 2 HTN: SBP >= 140mmHg oorrr DBP >= 90mmHg
normal blood pressure =
SBP < 120mmHg AND DBP < 80mmHg
elevated blood pressure =
SBP 120-129mmHg AND DBP < 80mmHg
Stage 1 HTN =
SBP 130-139mmHg ooorrrrr DBP 80-89mmHg
Stage 2 HTN =
SBP >= 140mmHg ooorrrr DBP >= 90mmHg
Lifestyle interventions are essential to prevent hypertension. Proven interventions include:
Weight loss (1kg of weight loss decreases BP by ~1 mmHg)
heart healthy diet [DASH eating plan (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension] that is high in fruits, vegetables, fiber and low fat dairy products
Reduce sodium intake to < 1500mg daily
Routine physical activity
Limiting alcohol consumption to one drink daily for women and two drinks daily for men
Tobacco cessation
controlling blood glucose and cholesterol to reduce cardiovascular disease risk
What is the correct way to use Blood pressure monitor?
first go to restroom and empty bladder
Sit in a chair (both feet on the floor) and relax for at least 5 minutes
Use the correct cuff size
Support the arm at heart level (resting on a desk)
Wait 1-2 minutes in between measurements
What Not to do when using a blood pressure monitor?
DON’T
talk
sit or lie down on the examination table
drink caffeine, exercise or smoke for 30 minutes prior
Use a finger or wrist monitor (less accurate)
Key Drugs that can increase Blood Pressure
Amphetamines
Cocaine
Decongestants (pseudoephedrine, phenylephrine)
Erythropoiesis-stimulating agents
Immunosuppressants (cyclosporine)
NSAIDs
Systemic steroids
What are some natural products that can reduce blood pressure?
Although not recommended by guidelines: Fish oil, coenzyme Q10, L-arginine, and garlic have some evidence for reducing blood pressure and overall cardiovascular risk.
What are the four preferred drug classes for Tx hypertension?
Ace inhibitors
ARBs
thiazides
(DHP) dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers
When do we start Treatment for Hypertension in patients?
If patients have:
Stage 2 Hypertension
or
Stage 1 Hypertension AND 1 of the following:
1) clinical CVD (stroke, heart failure, or coronary heart disease) 2) 10 year ASCVD risk >= 10% 3) Does not meet Blood pressure goals after 6 months of lifestyle modifications
What is Blood Pressure Goal?
All patients < 130/80 mmHg
Initial drug selection for hypertension in patients that are:
Non-black
thiazides, DHP CCBs, ACE inhibitors, or ARBs
Initial drug selection for hypertension in patients that are:
Black
thiazide or DHP CCBs
Initial drug selection for hypertension in patients that have CKD*** (all races):
ACE inhibitor or ARB (to slow the progression to ESRD)
***CKD: stage 3 (eGFR < 60mL/min/m^2) and/or albuminuria (urine albumin >= 300mg/day or albumin: creatinine ratio >= 300mg/g)
Initial drug selection for hypertension in patients that have Diabetes with albuminuria (all races):
ACE inhibitor or ARB
Initial drug selection for hypertension in patients that have Diabetes with CAD*** (all races):
Ace inhibitor or ARB
When do we start 2 first-line drugs (from preferred drug classes) in Stage 2 hypertension?
If SBP and DBP are > 20/10 mmHg above goal
ex. 150/90mmHg
The ADA recommends a goal BP of ___________ for patients with diabetes and high ASCVD risk, and __________ for patients at lower risk
< 130/80 mmHg
< 140/90 mmHg
The 2021 KDIGO guidelines recommend a goal SBP __________ for patients with hypertension and CKD
< 120 mmHg
which hypertension drugs have Boxed warnings for Fetal toxicity in pregnancy and should be stopped immediately?
ACE inhibitors
ARBs
aliskiren
Antihypertensive drugs can be used in pregnancy to Tx?
preeclampsia
gestational hypertension ( hypertension that develops during pregnancy)
chronic hypertension ( hypertension before pregnancy)
Preeclampsia occurs after ___________of the pregnancy and is evident by elevated blood pressure and proteinuria in the majority of cases
week 20
Preeclampsia
a serious blood pressure condition that develops during pregnancy, having high blood pressure and high levels of protein in their urine
Pregnant patients with chronic hypertension (hypertension before pregnancy) should receive treatment if ________
SBP >= 160mmHg or DBP >= 105mmHg
In patients at high risk of preeclampsia, a __________ is recommended after the first trimester
daily low aspirin
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommend ________ and _________ as first line treatments. _________ is also recommended but may be less effective at lowering BP.
labetalol (Trandate, Normodyne)
nifedipine extended release (Procardia XL, )
methyldopa (Aldomet)
Pregnant patients with chronic hypertension should have a blood pressure maintained between __________
120-160 mmHg SBP AND 80-110 mmHg DBP
Zestoretic *
Lisinopril/hydrochlorothiazide
Lotrel *
benazepril/amlodipine
Maxzide *
Triamterene/HCTZ
Hyzaar *
losartan/HCTZ
Exforge *
valsartan/amlodipine
Dyazide *
triamterene/HCTZ
Benicar HCT *
olmesartan/HCTZ
Diovan HCT *
valsartan/HCTZ
Tenoretic *
atenolol/chlorthalidone
Ziac *
bisoprolol/HCTZ
Edarbyclor
azilsartan/chlorthalidone
Lotensin HCT
benazepril/HCTZ
Vaseretic
enalapril/HCTZ
Avalide
irbesartan/HCTZ
Micardis HCT
telmisartan/HCTZ
Tribenzor
olmesartan/amlodipine/hydrochlorothiazide
Azor
olmesartan/amlodipine
Twynsta
telmisartan/amlodipine
Tekturna HCT
aliskiren/HCTZ
Lopressor HCT
metoprolol tartrate/HCTZ
Dutoprol
metoprolol succinate/HCTZ
Exforge HCT
valsartan/amlodipine/HCTZ
Aldactazide
spironolactone/HCTZ
Thiazide-type diuretics inhibit __________ reabsorption in the __________. This causes increased excretion of ____________
Na+
distal convoluted tubules of the nephrons
Na+ , Cl- , H2O , K ( sodium, chloride, water, potassium)
Microzide *
hydrochlorothiazide
Diuril
chlorothiazide
Mykrox
metolazone (thiazide type diuretic)
Lozol
indapamide (thiazide type diuretic)
Thiazide-Type Drug interactions
Drugs that can cause sodium and water retention can decrease the effectiveness of antihypertensives. (Do not use in combination)
ex. NSAIDs
Thiazide diuretics and lithium DDI
thiazide diuretics can decrease lithium renal clearance and increase the risk of lithium toxicity. Do not use in combination if possible.
Thiazide diuretics and dofetilide DDI
thiazide diuretics can increase dofetilide serum concentrations leading to an increase risk of QT prolongation; do not use in combination
Thalitone *
chlorthalidone (thiazide type diuretic)
what are the contraindications for thiazide type diuretics?
Hypersensitivity to Sulfonamide-derived drugs (not likely to cross react), anuria (failure of the kidneys to produce urine)
There is increased excretion of electrolytes _______ with the use of thiazide type diuretics
Na, Mg, K,
Thiazide diuretics are not effective when ___________, except for ______
CrCl < 30ml/min, metolazone
Which thiazide type diuretic is the only one available in a IV formulation?
chlorothiazide
thiazide type diuretics, should be taken early in the morning to avoid ________
nocturia (get up at night to use bathroom)
DHP CCBs (dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers) are used for: __________
hypertension, chronic stable angina, and Prinzmetal’s angina
Prinzmetal’s angina:
a known clinical condition characterized by chest discomfort or pain at rest with transient electrocardiograph changes in the ST segment, and with a prompt response to nitrates
MOA of DHP CCBs -
they inhibit Ca++ ions from entering vascular smooth muscle and myocardial cells, this causes peripheral arterial vasodilation “which decreases SVR and BP” (systemic vascular resistance and blood pressure) and coronary artery vasodilation
Norvasc *
amlodipine
Katerzia
amlodipine oral suspension
Cardene IV *
nicardipine IV
Adalat CC *
nifedipine ER
Procardia XL *
nifedipine ER
Procardia
nifedipine IR
Sular
nisoldipine ER