RAAS Angiotensin 2 - 6 Flashcards
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Captopril
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Ace inhibitor
- used after myocardial infarction
1
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ACE inhibitors
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- inhibits angiotensin converting enzyme
- for hypertension (contra indicated with renal stenosis or pregnancy)
- “pril’s”
2
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Enalapril
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ACE inhibitor
3
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Lisinopril
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ACE inhibitor
4
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ACE inhibitor side effects
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Dry cough, hyperkalemia, hyponatremia, reversible kidney failure, Photosensitivity, hypotension.
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Angiotensin 2 Receptor Blockers (ARB’s)
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Reversible competitive antagonists of angiotensin 2
-“s(p)artan’s”
- side effects hypotension, hyperkalemia and dizziness
Contraindicated with renal impairment and pregnancy
6
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Valsartan
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Angiotensin 2 receptor blocker
Improves survival after myocardial infarction
7
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Losartan
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Angiotensin 2 receptor blocker
8
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Drug interactions causing renal failure
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NSAIDS + ACE inhibitors
ARB’s + diuretics
