Pharm Adjunct: Nitro-vasodilator - Nitroglycerin Flashcards
1
Q
Where does nitroglycerin work?
A
- Coronary arteries
- Venous capacitance vessels
by far more venous vasodilator
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1
Q
Would nitroglycerin increase or decrease preload?
A
↓ preload
2
Q
Does nitroprusside or nitroglycerin exhibit tachyphylaxis?
How do you treat it?
A
Nitroglycerin
have a drug-free interval of 12-15 hrs
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3
Q
What is the nitroglycerin dose?
A
5 - 10 mcg/min
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4
Q
What is the firstline treatment for sphincter of Oddi spasm?
What is second?
A
- Glucagon
- Nitroglycerin
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5
Q
What are the indications for nitroglycerin?
A
- Acute MI
- Controlled Hypotension
- Sphincter of Oddi spasm
- Retained placenta
