❤️ Pharm- Vasodilators Flashcards

1
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Hydralazine*

A

Causes lupus like symptoms

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2
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Minoxidil*

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Causes hypertrichosis

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3
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Hydralazine

Minoxidil

A

Vasodilators

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4
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MOA

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Directly relaxes vascular smooth muscle= vasodilation = ⬇️ BP

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5
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Vasodilators

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Cannot be used alone!

  • compensatory activation of SNS
  • combined with diuretic or beta blocker
  • alternative for people with renal failure and heart failure
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6
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AEs

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Fluid retention 
Flushing 
Headache 
Hypotension 
* reflex tachycardia
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