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CCB Flashcards

1
Q

What the side effects of CCBs?

A

Headaches, ankle swelling, skin reactions, gastro disorders, postural hypotension, flushing and dizziness

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Examples of CCBs?

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  1. Amlodipine
  2. Verapamil
  3. Diltiazem
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Classes of CCBs?

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  1. Dihydropyridines
  2. Phenylaklaymines *
  3. Benzothiazepines *
    * avoid in heart failure
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4
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Amlodipine + Simvastation (over 20mg) increases the risk of…

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Myopathy

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Verapamil and Diltiazem should not be used with which class of drugs?

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Beta-blockers - increases risk of bradycardia

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Sudden withdrawal of CCBs increases the risk of…

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angina/myocardial ischaemia

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