Sovi.AI - AI Math Tutor

Scan to solve math questions

QUESTION IMAGE

identify the drug classifications that are used to treat hypertension d…

Question

identify the drug classifications that are used to treat hypertension
drug class
antitussives
beta - adrenergic blockers/ calcium channel blockers
peripheral vasodilator
procainamide
thiazide diuretics

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

Antitussives are for cough - not hypertension. Beta - Adrenergic Blockers/Calcium Channel Blockers reduce blood pressure by affecting heart and blood vessels. Peripheral Vasodilators widen blood vessels to lower blood pressure. Procainamide is mainly for arrhythmias, not hypertension. Thiazide Diuretics reduce fluid volume to lower blood pressure.

Answer:

Antitussives: Not Used
Beta - Adrenergic Blockers/Calcium Channel Blockers: Used
Peripheral Vasodilator: Used
Procainamide: Not Used
Thiazide Diuretics: Used