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Losartan Flashcards

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How does losartan work?

A

Angiotensin II receptor antagonist: results in lowered blood pressure

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What are the indications for losartan?

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Diabetic nephropathy, hypertension, chronic heart failure when ACE inhibitors are unsuitable

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What are the contraindications for losartan?

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Aortic/mitral stenosis, renal artery stenosis, angioedema history, primary aldosteronism (pt won’t benefit)

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4
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Name a drug interaction with losartan

A

Renin

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Name some side effects of losartan

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Hyperkalaemia, dizziness/headache, hyperkalaemia, hypotension, renal impairment

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Y3 Drugs | Cardiovascular (17 decks)

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