Other Drugs

Question 1

Name the diuretics

Answer 1

Hydrochlorothiazide (calcium sparing)-limit to 25mg to not make
Insulin resistance worse
Furosemide (loop diuretic),
Spironolactone (prevents sodium reabsorption)

Question 2

Name the ARBs

Answer 2

Valsartan,
Irbesartan,
Losartan

Question 3

Name the beta-blockers

Answer 3

Metoprolol
Carvedilol
Atenolol

Question 4

Name the ACE inhibitors

Answer 4

Lisinopril,
Fosinopril,
Ramipril,
Captopril

Question 5

Name the dopamine-receptor agonists

Answer 5

Bromocriptine mesylate (AKA Cycloset),
Increases dopamine, helps nerve cells to communicate

Question 6

Which drug classes help to preserve kidney function?

Answer 6

ACE and ARBs