Pharmacology Flashcards
1
Q
what are the two types of CCB
A
Dihydropyridine and non-DHP
2
Q
What is MOA of DHP; what can they be used for
A
PERIPHERAL VASODILATION»_space; used for HTN
3
Q
give an example of a DHP CCB
A
Nifedipine
4
Q
What is MOA of NON DHP; what can they be used for
A
selective to myocardium; slow dow conduction from AV node, so they lower HR
used for angina OR AF
5
Q
give an example of a NON DHP CCB
A
verapamil
diltaziem
6
Q
what must you NEVER prescribe with a beta blocker
A
NON DHP (verapamil, diltaziem)
as they interact with AV node conduction and together they can cause a COMPLETE HEART BLOCK
