Calcium Channel Blockers (dihidropyridines) Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Drugs
A
AmlodiPINE (Norvasc)
NicardiPINE (Cardene)
2
Q
MOA
A
Inhibits Ca+ resulting in smooth muscle relaxation and vasodilation
DOES NOT IMPACT HEART RATE
3
Q
Indication
A
HTN
4
Q
SE/AE
A
Edema
Ortho hypotension
5
Q
Administration prevalence
A
Often first line for african americans