Medications Flashcards
1
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Beta Blockers(B Blockers)
A
Anti-hypertension.
Might also be for arrhythmias/irregular heart beat
2
Q
Calcium Channel Blockers
A
Hypertension and angina(chest pain)
3
Q
Nitrates
A
Hypertension or congestive heart failure
4
Q
Diuretics
A
hypertension, congestive heart failure, and peripheral edema(fluid build up in vascular system, usually limbs)
5
Q
Bronchodialtors
A
Correct/prevent bronchial smooth muscle constriction for asthma and other pulmonary diseases
6
Q
Vasodilators
A
Hypertension or congestive heart failure
7
Q
Antidepressants
A
Psychiatric and emotional disorders