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Cardiovascular medication’s Flashcards

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Potassium – sparing diuretics

A

-actone

Examples: Aldactone

Action: increases the fluid excreted by the kidneys, while retaining potassium in the body.

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Thiazide diuretics

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-thiazide

Examples: hydrochlorothiazide

Action: increases fluid and potassium excreted by the kidneys

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Antilipidemics

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Statin

A

-statin

Examples: atorvastatin

Action: reduces LDL cholesterol and lowers risks from cardiovascular disease.

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Thrombolytics

A

-ase

Examples: streptokinase

Action: “Clot Buster” that breaks down clots that lead to heart attacks or strokes.

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