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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Mechanism of action of ACE-I | Blocks angiotensin converting enzyme |
| Side effects of ACE-I | Cough (most common), dizziness, fatigue, hyperkalemia, Angioedema |
| Contraindications of ACE-I | Hyperkalemia, children, Teratogenic affects |
| Indications of ACE-I | HTN, Afterload reduction, renal protection (Diabetics) |
| What medication is used in secondline treatment for patients intolerent to ACE-I | Olmesartan, Losartan (ARB's) |
| Side effects of ARB's | Headache (most common), dizziness, fatigue, respiratory infection |
| Mechanism of ARB's | Blocks angiotensin 2 to its receptors |