❤️ Pharm- Vasodilators Flashcards
1
Q
Hydralazine*
A
Causes lupus like symptoms
2
Q
Minoxidil*
A
Causes hypertrichosis
3
Q
Hydralazine
Minoxidil
A
Vasodilators
4
Q
MOA
A
Directly relaxes vascular smooth muscle= vasodilation = ⬇️ BP
5
Q
Vasodilators
A
Cannot be used alone!
- compensatory activation of SNS
- combined with diuretic or beta blocker
- alternative for people with renal failure and heart failure
6
Q
AEs
A
Fluid retention Flushing Headache Hypotension * reflex tachycardia