Renin Inhibitors Flashcards
1
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Renin Inhibitors
Drug Names
A
Aliskiren
2
Q
Mechanism of Action
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Directly inhibits renin, leading to decreased plasma renin activity and inhibiting the conversion of angiotensinogen to angiotensin I
3
Q
Indications
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Treatment of HTN
4
Q
Contraindications
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Pregnancy/lactation
5
Q
Adverse Effects
A
Risk of hyperkalemia
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Drug-Drug Interactions
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Furosemide
ACE inhibitors
