UNIT 7 Calcium Channel Blocker CHAPTER 42

Question 1

What drug class is Amlodipine

A. arbs
B. calcium channel blocker
C. ace inhibitor
D. beta blocker

Answer 1

B. calcium channel blocker

Question 2

Action of Amlodipine

Answer 2

Amlodipine – Also verapamil and diltiazem
 Action
 Blocks calcium’s movement in and out of cells
which promotes vasodilation and decreased heart
rate
 Uses
 Hypertension
 Anti-angina
 Anti-dysrhythmic
 Peripheral vascular disease
 Can be used as monotherapy in African
Americans

Question 3

side effects of amlodipine

Answer 3

Side effects/adverse reactions
Flushing
Headache
Dizziness
Peripheral edema
Erectile dysfunction

Question 4

adverse effects of amlodipine

Answer 4

Hypotension, orthostatic hypotension
Bradycardia

Question 5

Contraindications for amlodipine

Answer 5

Contraindications
Caution
Hepatic impairment

Interactions
Other drugs that lower blood pressure
Cold medications