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DHP Calcium Channel Blockers Mnemonic for NCLEX | Mechanism of Action, Side Effects

Review how DHP (vs non DHP) Calcium Channel Blockers work, including their mechanism of action and side effects. Study this Dihydropyridine Calcium Channel Blockers mnemonic for nursing pharmacology and other NCLEX mnemonics with Pixorize. DHP calcium channel blockers consist of medications that end in “-dipine”, including amlodipine, nifedipine, and felodipine. These drugs work by causing arterial vasodilation, which has the overall effect of reducing blood pressure. Clinically, these drugs are used to treat hypertension and angina. Side effects include peripheral edema, flushing, reflex tachycardia, and headache. Patients taking calcium channel blockers should avoid grapefruit juice. Subscribe for more: https://bit.ly/2yybxhm Study interactive image: https://pixorize.com/view/6622 #CalciumChannelBlockers #CardiacPharmacology #NursingPharmacology #CalciumChannelBlockersNursingPharmacology #NCLEX 00:00 Introduction 00:28 -dipine Ending 01:39 Calcium Channel Blockers 02:04 Arterial Vasodilation 03:08 Lowers Blood Pressure 03:48 Treats Angina 04:43 Peripheral Edema 05:42 Causes Flushing 06:12 Reflex Tachycardia 06:45 Causes Headache 07:11 Avoid Grapefruit Juice 08:02 Summary