Pharmacology iRAT/tRAT questions Flashcards
1
Q
Secondary prevention of MI? (4)
A
Dual antiplatelets
Statins
ACE inhibitor
Beta blocker
2
Q
Why do ACE inhibitors cause hyperkalaemia?
A
They inhibit the production of aldosterone, which increases the excretion of potassium
3
Q
How do liver enzyme inducers e.g. rifampicin affect enzyme kinetics?
A
They increase the Vmax (maximal velocity) but do not change the Km (affinity)
