Cardiac Medications

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  1. 4. – A antiarrhythmic. It works by blocking sodium channels
  2. 6. – Used to lower the risk of having a stroke, blood clot, or serious heart problems after a heart attack, severe chest pain (angina), or circulation problems.
  3. 7. – Vasopressors induce vasoconstriction and increase mean arterial pressure (MAP). Inotropes increase cardiac contractile force.
  4. 10. – A calcium channel blocker that blocks calcium channels in vascular smooth muscle, leading to vasodilation.
  5. 11. – Used to treat and prevent blood clots caused by certain medical conditions or procedures.
  6. 12. – An anticoagulant medication.
  7. 13. – A diuretic that blocks aldosterone, reduces electrolyte reabsorption, and decreases blood volume, thereby lowering blood pressure.
  8. 14. – A Beta-adrenergic blocking agent. These drugs inhibit the effect of adrenaline on the heart and blood vessels. They lower the heart rate and reduce blood pressure.
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  1. 1. – A calcium channel blocker. These drugs slow the heart rate and lower blood pressure.
  2. 2. – Hypolipidemic medication used to lower cholesterol levels.
  3. 3. – Antianginal medication that acts as a vascular smooth muscle relaxant.
  4. 5. – Antiplatelet medication used to prevent blood clots.
  5. 8. – A potassium channel blocker that decreases heart rate by reducing conduction velocity through the AV node.
  6. 9. – A medication used for controlling heart rhythm.