Mechanism of Action of HF drugs Flashcards
1
Q
List drugs given for acute HF with hypotension
A
inotropic drugs
2
Q
list drugs given for acute HF with hypertension
A
vasodilators and diuretics
3
Q
treatment of chronic HF
A
oppose the chronic sympathetic stimulation of NS and RAAS. Decrease preload, afterload, and heart remodling
4
Q
list positive inotropic drugs
A
dobutamine, dopamine (B1 mimetics) phosphodiesterase 3 inhibitors (milrinone, amrinone) calcium sensitizers (levosidmendan)