NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

PHARMACOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following antihypertensive drugs can be used for pregnant women?
A
captopril
B
propranolol
C
thiazides (HCT)
D
methyl dopa
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -There are no concerns that taking propranolol in pregnancy causes harm. Propranolol belongs to a family of medicines called beta blockers. Studies have not shown that beta blockers cause birth defects, stillbirth or preterm birth.

Detailed explanation-2: -US FDA pregnancy category C: Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant.

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