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Cardiovascular System

Cardiovascular System

Some common drugs used in Cardiovascular System troubles and their side effects.

Anti-hypertensive (ace inhibitor)

Product: Atenolol
For Children: Not recommended
For Pregnant Women: No evidence of risk
For Breastfeeding Mothers: Use with caution
Contra-indications*: Sinus bradycardia
Caution: Hepatic and liver dysfunction

Diuretic

Product: Frusemide
For Children: Can be used safely
For Pregnant Women: Contra-indicated, as safety not established
For Breastfeeding Mothers: To be used only if clearly indicated
Contra-indications*: ---------
Caution: Hepatic and liver dysfunction

Anti-coagulant

Product: Aspirin
For Children: Safety and efficacy not established
For Pregnant Women: Safety not established
For Breastfeeding Mothers: Use only if clearly indicated
Contra-indications*: In cases of ulcer
Caution: Hepatic and liver dysfunction

*Not to be used in the conditions stated, because it could cause complications




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Rishi
Rishi.15 years ago
good information!
 
 
 
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Stephen Sauer, M.D.
Stephen Sauer, M.D..15 years ago
there are many categories of antihypertensive medications, not just one as you have suggested putting (ace inhibitors) next to your heading. in fact, the medication of choice is a beta-blocker, indeed atenolol is one of them.
 
 
 
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lora
lora.15 years ago
it is good
 
 
 
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rina
rina.15 years ago
it is good
 
 
 
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lisa
lisa.15 years ago
what are some side effects of atanolol? can it affect milk production? what effects on baby?
 
 
 
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rishi
rishi.15 years ago
good information
 
 
 
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Natalie
Natalie.15 years ago
what are the disadvantages of bottle feeding? can it affect my baby in the long run?
 
 
 
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