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Which type of drugs act as a salt restriction mechanism for non-pharmacological therapy of hypertension?
Which type of drugs act as a salt restriction mechanism for non-pharmacological therapy of hypertension?
Which antihypertensive drug is commonly known by the brand name 'Ismelin' and is used as a 3rd or 4th line of drug?
Which antihypertensive drug is commonly known by the brand name 'Ismelin' and is used as a 3rd or 4th line of drug?
Which antihypertensive drug inhibits neurotransmitter release and is commonly known by the brand name 'Serpasil'?
Which antihypertensive drug inhibits neurotransmitter release and is commonly known by the brand name 'Serpasil'?
Which antihypertensive drug depletes neurotransmitter storage and continues to do so even after stopping?
Which antihypertensive drug depletes neurotransmitter storage and continues to do so even after stopping?
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Which antihypertensive drug should not be given to people with mental depression as it can provoke suicide?
Which antihypertensive drug should not be given to people with mental depression as it can provoke suicide?
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What type of drugs act as a salt restriction mechanism for non-pharmacological therapy of hypertension?
What type of drugs act as a salt restriction mechanism for non-pharmacological therapy of hypertension?
Sympatholytic agents are drugs that reduce the activity of the sympathetic nervous system, which plays a role in regulating blood pressure. These drugs work by blocking the effects of norepinephrine and epinephrine (adrenaline), neurotransmitters that increase heart rate and blood pressure.
Which antihypertensive drug is commonly known by the brand name 'Ismelin' and is used as a 3rd or 4th line of drug?
Which antihypertensive drug is commonly known by the brand name 'Ismelin' and is used as a 3rd or 4th line of drug?
Reserpine is an antihypertensive drug that works by depleting neurotransmitter storage, specifically norepinephrine, leading to a decrease in blood pressure.
Which antihypertensive drug inhibits neurotransmitter release and is commonly known by the brand name 'Serpasil'?
Which antihypertensive drug inhibits neurotransmitter release and is commonly known by the brand name 'Serpasil'?
Reserpine is an antihypertensive drug that inhibits the release of neurotransmitters like norepinephrine, leading to a decrease in blood pressure.
Which antihypertensive drug depletes neurotransmitter storage and continues to do so even after stopping?
Which antihypertensive drug depletes neurotransmitter storage and continues to do so even after stopping?
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Which antihypertensive drug should not be given to people with mental depression as it can provoke suicide?
Which antihypertensive drug should not be given to people with mental depression as it can provoke suicide?
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Study Notes
Non-Pharmacological Therapy of Hypertension
- Diuretics act as a salt restriction mechanism for non-pharmacological therapy of hypertension.
Antihypertensive Drugs
- 'Ismelin' is the brand name of the antihypertensive drug reserpine, which is used as a 3rd or 4th line of drug.
- 'Serpasil' is the brand name of the antihypertensive drug reserpine, which inhibits neurotransmitter release.
- Reserpine is an antihypertensive drug that depletes neurotransmitter storage and continues to do so even after stopping.
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) should not be given to people with mental depression as they can provoke suicide.
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Test your knowledge on sympatholytic agents and antihypertensive drugs in this quiz. Learn about their mechanisms of action, brand names, and important considerations for their use.
