Qu's Flashcards
1
Q
Which of these affect carb metabolism? Ramipril Verapamil Bisoprolol Atorvastatin
A
Bisoprolol (Beta blockers), dampen sympathetic drive. This mechanism is used to treat HT and HF although has negative metabolic affects leading to reduced glycaemic control, mask hypos, insulin resistance, dyslipidaemia.
2
Q
Which drugs to be avoided in uncontrolled HF? Losartan Ramipril Atenolol Simvastatin
A
Atenolol -CI in uncontrolled HF
3
Q
A 60yr old male recently noticed tenderness and enlargement in his breasts and would like to know which tablets are causing this? Atenolol Bumetanide Sprironolactone Ramipril
A
Bumetanide- Knoen to cause gynecomastia, mechanism unknown
4
Q
What mediation can cause ankle swelling aswell as pinkish phlegm? Verapamil Amoldipine Digoxin Spironolactone Enalapril
A
Verapamil, a CCB that can cause ankle swelling and exacerbate HF producing pink phlegm
