Pharmacologic Treatment of Hypertension
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What is the definition of Hypertension (HTN)?

It is defined as the consistent elevation of systemic arterial blood pressure.

What are important nonpharmacologic methods for controlling hypertension? (Select all that apply)

  • Increase consumption of saturated fat
  • Reduce sodium consumption (correct)
  • Limit intake of alcohol (correct)
  • Increase aerobic physical activity (correct)

    • What is the primary adverse effect of thiazide diuretics?

    Urinary potassium loss

    What is a significant risk when using potassium-sparing diuretics with an ACE inhibitor?

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

    Which of the following are side effects of ACE inhibitors? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Dry cough</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action of Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs)?

    <p>They block calcium channels and inhibit Ca+ from entering the cell, limiting muscular contraction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Calcium Channel Blockers are known as the 'valium' of the heart.

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

    What can cause or accelerate heart failure (HF)? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Coronary artery disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of Digoxin on the heart?

    <p>It causes the heart to beat more forcefully and more slowly, improving cardiac output.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hypertension (HTN)?

    <p>Hypertension is defined as the consistent elevation of systemic arterial blood pressure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most frequently prescribed thiazide diuretic?

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

    Potassium-sparing diuretics cause significant potassium depletion.

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

    Which of the following are adverse effects of ACE inhibitors?

    <p>Dry cough</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one major drawback of loop diuretics for hypertension treatment?

    <p>They are not ideal for hypertension maintenance therapy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following classes of drugs with their primary effects:

    <p>ACE Inhibitors = Lead to angioedema and dry cough Calcium Channel Blockers = Limit muscular contraction Beta Blockers = Reduce heart rate and force of contraction Alpha Blockers = Cause orthostatic hypotension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is the inability of the ventricles to pump enough blood?

    <p>Heart Failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Digoxin is used to increase the heart rate.

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

    Study Notes

    Hypertension

    • Hypertension is defined as a sustained elevation of systemic arterial blood pressure.
    • A patient is diagnosed with chronic hypertension if they have a sustained systolic blood pressure greater than 140 mmHg or a diastolic pressure greater than 90 to 99 mmHg after multiple measurements.

    Pharmacologic Treatment for Hypertension

    • Medications can be used to effectively manage hypertension.
    • Medications are often used in combination with lifestyle modifications.

    Diuretics

    • Diuretics are medications that increase urine production, reducing blood volume and lowering blood pressure.

    Thiazide and Thiazide-like Diuretics

    • Thiazide diuretics are a common and affordable option for managing hypertension.
    • The primary side effect is the loss of potassium in urine.
    • Hydrochlorothiazide is the most frequently prescribed thiazide diuretic.

    Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

    • Potassium-sparing diuretics cause a modest reduction in urine output.
    • They are advantageous because they don't deplete potassium levels.
    • They are helpful for individuals at risk of hypokalemia.
    • Concurrent use with an ACE inhibitor or angiotensin II receptor blocker increases the risk of hyperkalemia.

    Loop Diuretics

    • Loop diuretics are more effective at reducing blood pressure than thiazides or potassium-sparing diuretics.
    • They are not ideal for long-term hypertension management due to their strong diuretic effect.

    ACE Inhibitors and Angiotensin Receptor Blockers

    • ACE inhibitors (Pril) and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) are effective in lowering blood pressure.

    ACE Inhibitors

    • ACE inhibitors block the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II, a potent vasoconstrictor.
    • Common side effects include:
      • Myocardial infarction
      • First-dose phenomenon (hypotension)
      • Dry cough
      • Dizziness
      • Rash
      • Angioedema
      • Increased potassium levels
      • Orthostatic hypotension

    Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers

    • ARBs impede the binding of angiotensin II to its receptors, preventing vasoconstriction.
    • Common side effects include:
      • Angioedema
      • Renal failure
      • Rash
      • First-dose phenomenon
      • Toxicity and mortality in infants
      • Dizziness
      • Orthostatic hypotension
      • Diarrhea
      • Headache

    Calcium Channel Blockers

    • Calcium channel blockers (CCBs) inhibit calcium from entering cells, reducing smooth muscle contraction and decreasing peripheral resistance.
    • CCBs are effective for managing hypertension by reducing peripheral resistance and blood pressure.
    • CCBs are nicknamed the “valium” of the heart due to their calming effect on the heart.

    Calcium Channel Blockers (Pine)

    • Common side effects of CCBs include:
      • Body pain (myalgia and arthralgia)
      • Weakness
      • Bradycardia
      • Angioedema
      • Dizziness
      • Sexual dysfunction
      • Mood swings
      • Headache

    Adrenergic Antagonists

    • Adrenergic antagonists block the actions of neurotransmitters like norepinephrine and epinephrine in the sympathetic nervous system, reducing blood pressure.

    Beta-Adrenergic Blockers

    • Beta-blockers (OLOL) block the beta receptors in the heart, decreasing heart rate and contractility, and lowering blood pressure.
    • Beta-blockers can be used for various cardiovascular conditions, including hypertension.
    • Possible side effects of beta-blockers include:
      • Steven-Johnson syndrome
      • Dysrhythmias
      • Agranulocytosis
      • Impotence
      • Decreased libido
      • Confusion
      • Anaphylaxis
      • Myocardial infarction
      • Dizziness

    Alpha1-Adrenergic Blockers

    • Alpha1-adrenergic blockers (ZOSIN) block alpha1-adrenergic receptors, leading to vasodilation and a reduction in blood pressure.
    • Common side effects include:
      • Tachycardia
      • First-dose phenomenon (hypotension)
      • Dizziness
      • Orthostatic hypotension
      • Headache
      • Dyspnea

    Alpha2-Adrenergic Agonists

    • Alpha2-adrenergic agonists (BIDA SI BATMAN) stimulate alpha2-adrenergic receptors, resulting in a decrease in sympathetic nervous system activity, lowering blood pressure.
    • Common side effects include:
      • Peripheral edema
      • Anticholinergic effects (dry mouth)
      • Headache
      • Sedation
      • Granulocytopenia
      • Anemia
      • Decreased libido

    Heart Failure

    • Heart failure (HF) occurs when the ventricles are incapable of pumping sufficient blood to meet the body's metabolic demands.
    • HF can be caused by various disorders that affect the heart's ability to receive or eject blood.
    • Conditions that can contribute to HF include coronary artery disease, mitral stenosis, myocardial infarction, chronic hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism.

    Drugs for Heart Failure

    • Medications play a crucial role in managing HF.
    • A combination of medications is often used to address the different aspects of HF.

    Cardiac Glycosides

    • Cardiac glycosides increase the force of heart contractions (positive inotropic effect) and slow heart rate, improving cardiac output.

    Digoxin

    • Digoxin is a commonly used cardiac glycoside to enhance heart function in HF.
    • It slows the heart rate and increases myocardial contractility.

    Hypertension

    • Hypertension (HTN) is consistently elevated systemic arterial blood pressure.
    • Chronic HTN is defined as a sustained systolic blood pressure greater than 140 mmHg or diastolic pressure greater than 90 to 99 mmHg after multiple measurements.

    Factors Responsible for Blood Pressure

    • Nonpharmacologic methods for controlling hypertension:
      • Limit alcohol intake.
      • Restrict sodium consumption.
      • Reduce saturated fat and cholesterol intake and increase fresh fruit and vegetable consumption.
      • Increase aerobic physical activity.
      • Discontinue tobacco use.
      • Reduce stress and implement coping strategies.
      • Maintain optimum weight.

    Pharmacologic Treatment for Hypertension

    • Diuretics
      • Thiazide and thiazide-like diuretics:
        • Inexpensive and available in generic formulations.
        • Safe with urinary potassium loss as the primary adverse effect.
        • Hydrochlorothiazide is the most frequently prescribed thiazide diuretic.
      • Potassium-sparing diuretics:
        • Produce modest diuresis.
        • Do not cause potassium depletion; beneficial for patients at risk of hypokalemia.
        • Increase the risk of hyperkalemia when used concurrently with ACE inhibitors or angiotensin II receptor blockers.
      • Loop Diuretics:
        • Cause greater diuresis and blood pressure reduction compared to thiazides or potassium-sparing diuretics.
        • Not ideal for HTN maintenance therapy due to their potent diuretic action.
        • Examples include furosemide (Lasix), bumetanide (Bumex), and torsemide (Demadex).

    ACE Inhibitors and Angiotensin Receptor Blockers

    • ACE Inhibitors (Pril):
      • Used in the treatment of hypertension, heart failure, and diabetic nephropathy.
      • Adverse effects:
        • Myocardial infarction (MI)
        • First-dose phenomenon (hypotension)
        • Dry cough, dizziness
        • Rash
        • Angioedema
        • Increased potassium levels (hyperkalemia)
        • Orthostatic hypotension
    • Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) (Sartan):
      • Alternative to ACE inhibitors for treating hypertension, heart failure, and diabetic nephropathy.
      • Adverse effects:
        • Angioedema
        • Renal failure, Rash
        • First-dose phenomenon
        • Toxicity and mortality to the baby during pregnancy
        • Dizziness
        • Orthostatic hypotension
        • Diarrhea
        • Headache

    Calcium Channel Blockers

    • Muscular contraction occurs when calcium enters the cell through plasma membrane channels.
    • Calcium channel blockers (CCBs) block these channels, inhibiting calcium entry and limiting muscular contraction.
    • At low doses, CCBs relax arterial smooth muscle, reducing peripheral resistance and decreasing blood pressure.
    • CCBs are also known as the "valium" of the heart.

    Calcium Channel Blockers (Pine)

    • Adverse effects:
      • Body pain (myalgia and arthralgia), weakness
      • Bradycardia
      • Angioedema
      • Dizziness
      • Sexual dysfunction
      • Mood swings
      • Headache

    Adrenergic Antagonists

    • Beta-Adrenergic Blockers/Beta Blockers (OLOL):
      • Used in the treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, heart failure, and arrhythmias.
      • Adverse effects:
        • Steven Johnson syndrome
        • Dysrhythmias
        • Agranulocytosis
        • Decreased libido
        • Confusion
        • Anaphylaxis
        • Myocardial infarction
        • Dizziness
    • Alpha1-Adrenergic Blockers (ZOSIN):
      • Used in the treatment of hypertension, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and Raynaud's phenomenon.
      • Adverse effects:
        • Tachycardia
        • First-dose phenomenon (hypotension)
        • Dizziness
        • Orthostatic hypotension
        • Dyspnea
        • Headache
    • Alpha2-Adrenergic Agonists (BIDA SI BATMAN):
      • Used in the treatment of hypertension, migraine headaches, and ADHD.
      • Adverse effects:
        • Peripheral edema
        • Anticholinergic effects (dry mouth)
        • Sedation
        • Anemia
        • Decreased libido
        • Hepatotoxicity
        • Headache
        • Granulocytopenia

    Drugs for Heart Failure

    • Heart failure (HF)
      • Inability of the ventricles to pump enough blood to meet the body's metabolic demands.
      • Can be caused by any disorder affecting the heart's ability to receive or eject blood.
    • Causes or Accelerators of HF:
      • Coronary artery disease (CAD)
      • Mitral stenosis
      • Myocardial infarction (MI)
      • Chronic hypertension
      • Diabetes mellitus
      • Hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism

    Cardiac Glycosides

    • Digoxin (Lanoxin)
      • Causes the heart to beat more forcefully (positive inotropic effect) and more slowly, improving cardiac output.
      • Reduced heart rate increases ventricular filling time, improving stroke volume and cardiac output.
      • Used to treat heart failure and atrial fibrillation.

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    This quiz focuses on the pharmacologic treatment of hypertension, including diuretics and their classifications. It covers the definitions, types, and effects of various diuretics on blood pressure management. Test your knowledge on chronic hypertension and medication strategies for effective treatment.

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