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.
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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.
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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