Pharmacology Flashcards
1
Q
Give an example of a thiazide and loop diuretic?
Where do each act?
What do they do?
Common side effects of diuretics?
A
Thiazide = Bendroflumethiazide Loop = furosemide
Loop = ascending loop Thiazide = distal convoluted tubule
Make you pee more - reduce BP
Gout
Hypo electrolytes
2
Q
How do nitrates work?
A
Release of NO -> decrease intracellular calcium -> smooth muscle relaxation
Dilate coronary arteries
Reduce preload
3
Q
What is known to reduce the anti-hypertensive action of ACE inhibitors?
A
NSAIDS
4
Q
What is a common side effect of statins?
A
Myalgia (muscle pain)
