Ramipril Flashcards
1
Q
What is the action of Ramipril
A
ACE inhibitor
Thus no Ag2 action
2
Q
Ramipril leads to what retention
A
Na // H+ retention with aldosterone blocked
3
Q
what can Ramipril be given in (disease)
A
HTN
4
Q
What condition should Ramipril not be given in
A
Angioedema
5
Q
what 2 drugs does Ramipril interact with
A
Renin inhibitor (Aliskeren)
Furosemide
6
Q
What can happen to blood sugar levels when taking Ramipril
A
blood sugars levels can drop
7
Q
common side effect of ramipril
A
Cough
8
Q
What can ramipril do to the kidneys
A
damage them ==> AKI
9
Q
can we give ramipril in pregnancy?
A
No
ACE inhibitors + angiotensin inhibitors cant be given
