Angiotensin recpetor blockers (ARBs) Flashcards by Hannah Mc Cosker | Brainscape

Q

what do angiotensin receptor blockers end in?

A

sartan

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name two angiotensin receptor blockers

A

valsartan

losartan

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what do they target?

A

AT1 receptor

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agonist/antagonist?

A

antagonist

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how do they work?

A

prevent action of angiotensin 11 on AT1 receptors

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overall effect?

A

reduces vasoconstriction

reduces Na+/H2O retention at PCT

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when do you use it ?

A

hypertension intolerant of ACE-I

type 2 diabetes nephropathy

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prescribing advice

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NOT with ACE-I

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