Respiratory
terminate asthma episodes
bronchodilator
Transports lipids to the liver
HDL
Anticoagulant medication
aspirin
unfractionated heparin, warfarin
two types of CVA
thrombotic/embolic
hemorrhagic
Nitroglycerin contraindication
Erectile dysfunction meds
prevent asthma episodes
corticosteroids
"bad cholesterol"
LDL
Metoprolol and Atenolol belong to which drug class
Beta blockers
First approach to correct HTN
Modify lifestyle
MOA of ACE inhibitors
reduce production of angiotensin II
Dextromethorphan is an
Antitussive
inhibits HMG-CoA Reductase
Statins
MOA: block beta receptors
Beta blockers
MOA: reduce blood volume through increased urinary output
diuretics
Nifedipine blocks calcium channels in vascular smooth muscles. True or False
True
Breaks down thick mucous
Mucolytics
Drug of choice prior to statins
Bile acid resins
ototoxic diuretics
loop diuretics
HCTZ decreased reabsorption of
sodium
HTN pharmacotherapy focuses on reducing what factors
CO, volume, peripheral resistance
Meds to treat COPD
–Mucolytics and expectorants
–Bronchodilators
–Anti-inflammatory agents
breakdown of muscle fibers which can lead to acute renal failure
Rhabdomyolysis
Med classes for angina
organic nitrates
Calcium channel blockers
Beta-adrenergic blockers
Diltiazem MOA
Blocks cardiac calcium channels
Blocks vascular smooth muscle channels
Persistent cough is an adverse effect of which med class
ACE inhibitor