Pharm key points Flashcards
1
Q
ACE inhibitors
A
used for hypertension and kidney protection, potassium sparing. Generic ends in “-pril”
2
Q
Beta Blockers
A
BP and HR control. Generic ends in “-olol”
3
Q
Loop Diuretic
A
Hypertension and edema, potassium wasting. Generic ends in “-ide”
4
Q
Lipid lowering agents
A
Reduces LDL cholesterol. Generic ends in “-statin”
5
Q
Opioid
A
Acute and chronic pain relief. When combined with Tylenol end in “-cet”
6
Q
Benzodiazepine
A
CNS depressant: anxiety, sleep aid, skeletal muscle relaxation, seizures. Generic ends in “-pam”.
7
Q
Opioid antidote:
A
Naloxone
8
Q
Benzodiazepine antidote:
A
Flumazenil
9
Q
Acetaminophen antidote:
A
Acetylcysteine (Mucomyst)
