Angiotensin Receptor Blockers Flashcards

1
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ARB MoA

A

Blocks angiotensin II activity in vascular smooth muscle, prevents vasoconstriction.

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2
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ARB contraindications

A

Pregnancy
Potassium >5mmol/L
Other RAAS

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3
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ARB adverse effects

A

Hyperkalemia, acute renal failure in bilateral artery stenosis, hypotension

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4
Q

Azilsartan

A

Edarbi

40-80mg

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5
Q

Candesartan

A

Atacand

8-32mg

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6
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Eprosartan

A

Teveten
600-800mg
1-2 divided doses

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7
Q

Irbesartan

A

Avapro

150-300mg

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8
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Losartan

A

Cozaar
50-100mg
1-2 divided doses

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9
Q

Olmesartan

A

Benicar

20-40mg

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10
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Telmisartan

A

Micardis

20-80mg

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11
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Valsartan

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Diovan

80-320mg

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