Vasodialators Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
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Hydralazine
A
Increases GMP, decreases IP3, decreases Calcium, causes smooth muscle relaxation of arterioles
May produce lupus like syndrome
2
Q
Nifedipine
A
CCB
Blockes 2 types of Ca+ channels: located in sarcoplasma reticulum (storage for calcium) and stimulated by action potential. Calcium induced- calcium release.
3
Q
Nitroglycerin and isosorbide
A
Increases the release of nitrate oxide, smooth muscle relaxation
