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Which of the following is a calcium channel blocker commonly used to treat hypertension?
Which of the following is a calcium channel blocker commonly used to treat hypertension?
- Benazepril
- Lacidipine (correct)
- Enalapril
- Captopril
What side effect is commonly associated with ACE inhibitors but not with calcium channel blockers?
What side effect is commonly associated with ACE inhibitors but not with calcium channel blockers?
- Nausea
- Headache
- Dry cough (correct)
- Dizziness
Which of the following is NOT a prodrug among the listed ACE inhibitors?
Which of the following is NOT a prodrug among the listed ACE inhibitors?
- Lisinopril
- Benazepril
- Captopril (correct)
- Enalapril
What essential elements are required for the active sites of ACE inhibitors according to the text?
What essential elements are required for the active sites of ACE inhibitors according to the text?
Which medication is NOT classified as an angiotensin II receptor blocker?
Which medication is NOT classified as an angiotensin II receptor blocker?
What is the main purpose of RAAS modifiers according to the text?
What is the main purpose of RAAS modifiers according to the text?
What is the mechanism of action of PDEV inhibitors like Sildenafil (Viagra) in the context of vasodilation?
What is the mechanism of action of PDEV inhibitors like Sildenafil (Viagra) in the context of vasodilation?
Which of the following is NOT a PDEV inhibitor used for vasodilation?
Which of the following is NOT a PDEV inhibitor used for vasodilation?
How do non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (CCBs) like Verapamil affect the heart rate?
How do non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (CCBs) like Verapamil affect the heart rate?
What is the primary pharmacological effect of nitroglycerin (glyceryl trinitrate) as a nitrate vasodilator?
What is the primary pharmacological effect of nitroglycerin (glyceryl trinitrate) as a nitrate vasodilator?
Which type of calcium channel blockers (CCBs) are more likely to cause edema due to their mechanism of action?
Which type of calcium channel blockers (CCBs) are more likely to cause edema due to their mechanism of action?
What is the effect of D₁ antagonists like Fenoldopam when blocked?
What is the effect of D₁ antagonists like Fenoldopam when blocked?
What is the mechanism of action of nitrovasodilators?
What is the mechanism of action of nitrovasodilators?
What is the role of phosphodiesterase (PDEV) inhibitors in vasodilation?
What is the role of phosphodiesterase (PDEV) inhibitors in vasodilation?
Which of the following is a common side effect associated with the overuse of nitrovasodilators?
Which of the following is a common side effect associated with the overuse of nitrovasodilators?
What is the 'Monday Syndrome' associated with the use of nitroglycerin?
What is the 'Monday Syndrome' associated with the use of nitroglycerin?
Which medication is specifically used for angina and stroke among the listed nitrovasodilators?
Which medication is specifically used for angina and stroke among the listed nitrovasodilators?
What effect does excessive inhibition of phosphodiesterase (PDEV) have on the body when using nitrovasodilators?
What effect does excessive inhibition of phosphodiesterase (PDEV) have on the body when using nitrovasodilators?
