Cardiovascular Tips

Question 1

clopidogrel

Answer 1

no NSAIDs (bleeding risk), call doc if increased bleeding, don’t stop quickly

Question 2

warfarin

Answer 2

no NSAIDs (bleeding risk), call doc if increased bleeding, don’t stop quickly, keep vit K and alcohol consistent, many drug interactions, take missed dose asap

Question 3

rivaroxaban

Answer 3

call doc if unusual/prolonged bleeding/brusining, gastroenteritis, vomiting, cough (pediatric)

Question 4

furosemide

Answer 4

sun sensitivity, decreased electrolytes (K, Ca, Mg), dizziness when standing, avoid taking at bedtime (increased urination)

Question 5

spironolactone

Answer 5

gynecomastia, increased serum potassium, diarrhea, irregular menses

Question 6

hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)

Answer 6

sun sensitivity, dizziness when standing, avoid taking at bedtime (increased urination)

Question 7

lisinopril

Answer 7

avoid when pregnant, dizziness, dry cough, headache, increases serum potassium

Question 8

losartan

Answer 8

avoid when pregnant, dizziness, headache, increases serum potassium

Question 9

amlodipine

Answer 9

leg swelling (edema), headache

Question 10

metoprolol tartrate / metoprolol succinate

Answer 10

dizziness, fatigue (goes away within 7 days), take with food - better absorption, lowers heart rate, do not discontinue abruptly