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What is the common suffix for ACE inhibitors?

  • -olol
  • -dipine
  • -pril (correct)
  • -sartan

    • Which of the following are examples of ACE inhibitors? (Select all that apply)

  • Lisinopril (correct)
  • Captopril (correct)
  • Losartan
  • Amlodipine

    • What action do ACE inhibitors perform?

    Reduce blood pressure by dilating blood vessels, thus reducing the heart's workload.

    What suffix is associated with Beta Blockers?

    <p>-olol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are examples of Beta Blockers? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Atenolol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the action of Beta Blockers?

    <p>Reduce blood pressure by slowing the heart rate and reducing myocardial contractility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What suffix is associated with Calcium Channel Blockers?

    <p>-dipine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are examples of Calcium Channel Blockers? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Amlodipine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action do Calcium Channel Blockers perform?

    <p>Relax blood vessels, increasing blood supply and oxygen to the heart while lowering blood pressure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What suffix is associated with Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers?

    <p>-sartan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are examples of Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Losartan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action do Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers perform?

    <p>Inhibit blood vessel constriction, helping blood vessels relax and lower blood pressure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What suffix is associated with Potassium-Sparing Diuretics?

    <p>-actone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are examples of Potassium-Sparing Diuretics? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Spironolactone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action do Potassium-Sparing Diuretics perform?

    <p>Increase the fluid excreted by the kidneys while retaining potassium in the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What suffix is associated with Thiazide Diuretics?

    <p>-thiazide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are examples of Thiazide Diuretics? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Hydrochlorothiazide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action do Thiazide Diuretics perform?

    <p>Increase fluid and potassium excreted by the kidneys and lower blood pressure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What suffix is associated with Antilipidemics?

    <p>-statin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are examples of Antilipidemics? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Simvastatin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action do Antilipidemics perform?

    <p>Reduce LDL cholesterol and lower risks from cardiovascular disease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What suffix is associated with Thrombolytics?

    <p>-ase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are examples of Thrombolytics? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Streptokinase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action do Thrombolytics perform?

    <p>&quot;Clot busters&quot; that break down clots to restore blood flow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What suffix is associated with Tetracyclines?

    <p>-cycline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are examples of Tetracyclines? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Doxycycline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action do Tetracyclines perform?

    <p>Treat bacterial infections as broad spectrum antibiotics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What suffix is associated with Aminoglycosides?

    <p>-mycin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are examples of Aminoglycosides? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Gentamicin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action do Aminoglycosides perform?

    <p>Broad spectrum antibiotics that treat bacterial infections.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What suffix is associated with Fluoroquinolones?

    <p>-floxacin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are examples of Fluoroquinolones? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Levofloxacin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action do Fluoroquinolones perform?

    <p>Broad spectrum antibiotics that treat bacterial infections.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What suffix is associated with Antiemetics?

    <p>-azine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are examples of Antiemetics? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Promethazine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action do Antiemetics perform?

    <p>Treat and prevent nausea and vomiting.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What suffix is associated with Proton Pump Inhibitors?

    <p>-prazole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are examples of Proton Pump Inhibitors? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Omeprazole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action do Proton Pump Inhibitors perform?

    <p>Anti-ulcer drugs that reduce stomach acid production.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Blood Pressure Medications

    • Blood pressure medications are crucial in managing hypertension and fall into several categories: ACE Inhibitors, Beta Blockers, Calcium Channel Blockers, and Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs).

    ACE Inhibitors

    • Suffix: -pril
    • Examples: Captopril, Lisinopril
    • Action: Lower blood pressure by dilating blood vessels, which reduces the heart's workload.

    Beta Blockers

    • Suffixes: -lol, -olol
    • Examples: Atenolol, Metoprolol, Propranolol
    • Action: Decrease blood pressure by slowing heart rate and reducing myocardial contractility, commonly used for hypertension and chronic heart failure.

    Calcium Channel Blockers

    • Suffix: -dipine
    • Examples: Amlodipine, Nifedipine
    • Action: Relax blood vessels for increased blood supply and oxygen to the heart, lowering blood pressure through reduced workload.

    Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs)

    • Suffix: -sartan
    • Examples: Losartan, Valsartan
    • Action: Inhibit blood vessel constriction to help relax blood vessels, effectively lowering blood pressure.

    Additional Cardiovascular Medications

    • Include Potassium-Sparing Diuretics, Thiazide Diuretics, Antilipidemics, and Thrombolytics.

    Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

    • Suffix: -actone
    • Examples: Spironolactone, Aldactone
    • Action: Increase kidney fluid excretion while retaining potassium, alleviating cardiovascular congestion and edema from congestive heart failure (CHF), also reducing blood pressure.

    Thiazide Diuretics

    • Suffix: -thiazide
    • Examples: Hydrochlorothiazide
    • Action: Promote fluid and potassium excretion via kidneys, aiding in reducing edema from CHF and lowering blood pressure.

    Antilipidemics

    • Suffix: -statin
    • Examples: Atorvastatin, Simvastatin
    • Action: Decrease LDL cholesterol levels, lowering risks of cardiovascular diseases.

    Thrombolytics

    • Suffix: -ase
    • Examples: Streptokinase, Alteplase (tPA)
    • Action: Known as "clot busters," they dissolve clots responsible for heart attacks or strokes to restore blood flow.

    Antibiotic Medications

    • Include Tetracyclines, Aminoglycosides, and Fluoroquinolones, which are essential for treating bacterial infections.

    Tetracyclines

    • Suffix: -cycline
    • Examples: Tetracycline, Doxycycline
    • Action: Broad-spectrum antibiotics effective against various bacterial infections.

    Aminoglycosides

    • Suffixes: -mycin, -micin
    • Examples: Gentamicin, Tobramycin
    • Action: Also broad-spectrum antibiotics used for bacterial infections.

    Fluoroquinolones

    • Suffix: -floxacin
    • Examples: Ciprofloxacin, Levofloxacin
    • Action: Broad-spectrum antibiotics targeting bacterial infections.

    Gastrointestinal Medications

    • Categories include Antiemetics, Proton Pump Inhibitors, and H2-receptor Antagonists (H2 Blockers).

    Antiemetics

    • Suffix: -azine
    • Examples: Promethazine
    • Action: Used to treat and prevent nausea and vomiting.

    Proton Pump Inhibitors

    • Suffix: -prazole
    • Examples: Lansoprazole, Omeprazole
    • Action: Anti-ulcer drugs that decrease stomach acid production, aiding in the treatment of conditions like GERD.

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