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vasodilators Flashcards

1
Q

what drug classes are used as vasodilators (4)

A

ACE inhibitors
angiotensin II receptor antagonists
hydralazine
isosorbide dinitrate

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2
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what are drug examples of ACE inhibitors (2)

A

ramipril
lisinopril

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what are drug examples of angiotensin II receptor antagonists (2)

A

losartan
candesartan

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4
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what is the use of vasodilators

A

heart failure

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5
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what is the mechanism of action of ACE inhibitors

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dilating arteries and veins

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what is the mechanism of action of angiotensin II receptor antagonists

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dilating arteries and veins

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7
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what is the mechanism of action of hydralazine

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dilates arteries

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what is the mechanism of action of isosorbide dinitrate

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dilates veins

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9
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what are the side effects of ACE inhibitors (5)

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hypotension
taste disturbance
headache, dizziness and fatigue

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10
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what are the alternatives to ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor antagonists (2)

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hydralazine
isosorbide dinitrate

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