Diuretics
This diuretic class is often the first-line therapy for hypertension
What are thiazide diuretics?
This side effect, characterized by swelling in the ankles, is commonly associated with dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers
What is peripheral edema?
This class of antihypertensive medications works by inhibiting the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II
What are ACE-I?
The route of administration for short-acting nitroglycerin.
What is sublingual?
Statins lower cholesterol by inhibiting this enzyme, which plays a key role in cholesterol synthesis
What is HMG-CoA reductase?
This diuretic is the best option for heart failure management.
What is furosemide?
This type of calcium channel blocker primarily affects the heart, reducing heart rate and contractility.
What are non-dihydropyridines?
ARBs are often used in patients who cannot tolerate this side effect of ACE inhibitors.
What is dry cough?
This vasodilator, commonly used in emergencies, releases nitric oxide to relax blood vessels.
What is nitroglycerin?
Statins are often taken at this time of day to maximize their effectiveness.
What is night time?
This diuretic causes potassium retention.
What is spironolactone?
This calcium channel blocker can be used in pregnancy.
What is nifedipine?
This rare but serious side effect of ACE inhibitors involves swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.
What is angioedema?
This adverse effect, characterized by a sudden drop in blood pressure upon standing, is common with vasodilators.
What is orthostatic hypotension?
This rare but serious side effect of statins is characterized by severe muscle pain and breakdown of muscle tissue.
What is rhabdomyolysis?
This diuretic's site of action is in the distal renal tubule.
What is hydrochlorothiazide?
This is the primary mechanism of action of calcium channel blockers on blood vessels.
What is inhibition of calcium influx into vascular smooth muscle cells, causing vasodilation?
A steroid hormone that helps regulate BP by controlling the body's sodium and potassium balance.
What is aldosterone?
Amiodarone inhibits this enzyme system, leading to numerous drug-drug interactions.
What is CYP 450 system?
Zetia works by inhibiting cholesterol absorption in this part of the digestive system.
What is small intestines?
Diuretics are known to cause gout. If you are concerned, check this lab.
What is uric acid?
This adverse effect is more commonly associated with non-dihydropyridine CCBs and includes symptoms like dizziness, fatigue, and bradycardia.
What is heart block?
Both ACE inhibitors and ARBs are recommended for this complication of diabetes due to their protective effects on this organ.
What is diabetic nephropathy/kidney's?
Patients on long-term amiodarone therapy require regular monitoring of these three organ systems.
What are the thyroid, liver, and lungs?
Due to increased adverse effects, Zetia, Statins, and Fibrates are contraindicated with this condition.
What is active liver disease?