Autonomic/CV Drugs — Flashcards

What is the mechanism by which β-blockers are able to relieve anginal pain? Decrease _____ → reduces _____

Hyperthyroidism and 1st trimester pregnancy = _____ Hyperthyroidism and 2nd/3rd trimester pregnancy = _____

Hint: drug

Combined estrogen-progesterone contraceptive options include daily _____, weekly _____, and monthly _____

Options for pharmacological management of an acutely agitated patient include the administration of a(n) _____ and/or an antipsychotic agent

First line treatment for open-angle glaucoma is _____

Bile acid resins frequently cause GI side effects, such as _____ and _____

What are the pharmacological options for Tourette's syndrome? _____

Hint: 3

TCAs are a class of antidepressants that can cause _____ prolongation, which precipitates Torsades de pointes

TCAs, such as amitriptyline, may be used for _____ prophylaxis

Which test (PT or PTT) is used to follow the effects of warfarin? Which levels are increased? _____