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Antihypertensives - GENERAL Flashcards

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ACE INHIBITORS (ACEi)

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Typically taken OD
Take first dose at bedtime

Ramipril
Lisinopril
Perindopril (30-60 mins before food)
Enalapril
Captopril (BD)

Fosinipril
Imidapril
Moexipril
Quinapril
Trandolapril

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Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARB)

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Candesartan
Losartan
Valsartan
Irbesartan

Telmisartan
Azilsartan
Eprosartan
Olmesartan

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Warning signs

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  • Water retention
  • heaviness in centre of chest triggered by effort or emotion
  • Depression
  • Extreme tiredness, thirst or excessive urination
  • Irregular heartbeat, muscle weakness, nausea.
  • Pain or tightness in legs while exercising that disappears at rest.
  • Dizziness, light-headedness on standing, blurred vision (postural hypotension)
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Monitoring

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BP
HR
Renal function
Serum electrolytes

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