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MI Flashcards

1
Q

Aims of tx for stable angina involves__

A

Management of acute anginal pain (GTN spray) long term prevention of angina attacks and CV events (BB and/or CCB as 1st line)

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What CCB can be used in stabke angina?

A

Dihydropyridines, amlodipine, felodipine, MR nifedipine

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If BB or CCB are CI or not tolerated what can be used as alternatives?

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Long acting nitrate, Ivabradine, nicroandil or ranolazine

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What anti anginal drugs are only licensed in adults?
Nitrates
CCBS
Potassium channel activators

A

Potassium channel activators, nicorandil.

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How does nicorandil work?

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Potassium channel activator, vasodilates arterial and venous sides

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What side effect should you counsel a patient on when they are taking nicorandil?

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Can cause serious eye, skin, mucosal ulceration, which can progress to perforation, haemorrhage, fistula, abcess. Seek medical attention

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