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ACE inhibitors can cause ______ as a rare adverse effect.
ACE inhibitors can cause ______ as a rare adverse effect.
angioedema
ACE inhibitors like captopril, enalapril, and lisinopril are used to treat ______.
ACE inhibitors like captopril, enalapril, and lisinopril are used to treat ______.
hypertension
ACE inhibitors work by inhibiting the conversion of angiotensinogen into ______.
ACE inhibitors work by inhibiting the conversion of angiotensinogen into ______.
angiotensin I
Losartan, olmesartan, and valsartan are examples of ______ drugs.
Losartan, olmesartan, and valsartan are examples of ______ drugs.
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Aliskiren is a ______ inhibitor that suppresses the entire RAAS.
Aliskiren is a ______ inhibitor that suppresses the entire RAAS.
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Quinidine adverse effects include CNS, and ______
Quinidine adverse effects include CNS, and ______
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Quinidine has ______ drug interactions
Quinidine has ______ drug interactions
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Quinidine is first line for ______ population for BP, HF & hypertensive crisis
Quinidine is first line for ______ population for BP, HF & hypertensive crisis
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Organic nitrates work directly on smooth muscle to promote dilation of ______, so decrease in O2 demand
Organic nitrates work directly on smooth muscle to promote dilation of ______, so decrease in O2 demand
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Nitroglycerin degrades easily due to ______, ______, or ______
Nitroglycerin degrades easily due to ______, ______, or ______
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CCBs prevent ______ from entering cells, especially at the level of the heart and blood vessels.
CCBs prevent ______ from entering cells, especially at the level of the heart and blood vessels.
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The therapeutic uses of CCBs include ______, angina pectoris, and dysrhythmias.
The therapeutic uses of CCBs include ______, angina pectoris, and dysrhythmias.
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Common adverse effects of CCBs include headaches, ______, flushing, fatigue, and dizziness.
Common adverse effects of CCBs include headaches, ______, flushing, fatigue, and dizziness.
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The drug ______ is a CCB that affects the heart.
The drug ______ is a CCB that affects the heart.
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______ is a vasodilator used in hypertensive emergencies due to its fast-acting nature.
______ is a vasodilator used in hypertensive emergencies due to its fast-acting nature.
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ACE inhibitors are used to treat ______ and decrease the risk of cardiovascular mortality.
ACE inhibitors are used to treat ______ and decrease the risk of cardiovascular mortality.
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The mechanism of action of ACE inhibitors involves reducing levels of ______, which dilates blood vessels.
The mechanism of action of ACE inhibitors involves reducing levels of ______, which dilates blood vessels.
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A common adverse effect of ACE inhibitors is a dry, irritating ______ cough.
A common adverse effect of ACE inhibitors is a dry, irritating ______ cough.
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Drugs like enalapril and lisinopril contain the ______ syllable, indicating they are ACE inhibitors.
Drugs like enalapril and lisinopril contain the ______ syllable, indicating they are ACE inhibitors.
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ARBs (Angiotensin Receptor Blockers) like losartan and olmesartan contain the ______ syllable.
ARBs (Angiotensin Receptor Blockers) like losartan and olmesartan contain the ______ syllable.
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