Drugs that can increase BP

Question 1

Increased sympathomimetic activity (ISA)

Answer 1

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ADHD drugs - amphetamine
Decongestants - pseudoephedrine, phenylephrine
Recreational substances - cocaine, caffeine
Antidepressants - TCAs, SNRIs, MOA inhibitors

Question 2

Increased sodium and water retention

Answer 2

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NSAIDS
Immunosuppressants - cyclosporine, maybe tacrolimus (but to a lesser degree)

Question 3

Increased blood viscosity (volume)

Answer 3

Erythropoiesis-stimulating agents - epoetin alfa

Question 4

OTHERS

Answer 4

Oral contraceptives - with higher estrogen content
VEGF inhibitors - bevacizumab, sunitinib