Pharm 1 Flashcards
1
Q
HMG CoA reductase inhibitors
A
End in statin
Reduces cholesterol
2
Q
Cholesterol is synthesized while
A
Asleep
3
Q
HMG CoA reductase inhibitors (Statins) are given at
A
Night
4
Q
Side effects of statins
A
Decreased liver function/liver failure
Rhabdomylosis (breakdown of muscle tissue)
Myalgia (muscle pain)
5
Q
Beta blockers end in
A
olol
6
Q
Beta blocker indications
A
Hypertension
Chest pain
7
Q
Side effects of beta blockers
A
Low HR/BP
dizziness
Hides symptoms of hypoglycemia
8
Q
Why can’t you stop beta blockers abruptly
A
Risk of rebound hypertension
9
Q
Ace inhibitors end in
A
pril
10
Q
Ace inhibitors indications
A
Hypertension
Heart failure
11
Q
Ace inhibitors side effects
A
Angioedema
Dry cough
High potassium levels
