Angiotensin II-Receptor Blockers/antagonists (ARB)
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naralight5 on December 27, 2011
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 candesartan | Atacand |
| eprosartan | Teveten |
| irbesartan | Avapro |
| losartan | Cozaar |
| olmesartan | Benicar |
| telmisartan | Micardis |
| valsartan | Diovan |
| azilsartan | ... |
| blocks angiotensin II receptors | -vasodilate resulting in reduced BP |
| For pts | who're unable to tolerate ACE inhibitors |
| Side effects | dizziness,. insomnia, diarrhea, cough, sensitive to sunlight |
| Monitor | edema with HF, decreased BP |
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