BIOCHEMISTRY, BIOMEDICINE & PHARMACEUTICS

                        MCQs on Therapy Hypertension (Pharmacology) 1. Which class of antihypertensive medications is commonly used as first-line treatment for uncomplicated hypertension? a) ACE inhibitors b) Beta-blockers c) Calcium channel blockers d) Diuretics Anwer- ( d) Diuretics . Diuretics are often considered first-line treatment for uncomplicated hypertension because they help reduce blood volume by promoting the excretion of sodium and water by the kidneys. This leads to a decrease in blood volume and, subsequently, a reduction in blood pressure. 2. What is the primary mechanism of action of ACE inhibitors in treating hypertension? a) Blockade of angiotensin II production b) Inhibition of calcium channels c) Stimulation of alpha-1 receptors d) Relaxation of smooth muscle in arterial walls Answer: ( a) Blockade of angiotensin II production . ACE inhibitors inhibit the enzyme that converts angiotensin I to angiotensin I...

Therapy of Hypertension Hypertension, often called high blood pressure, is a medical condition characterized by elevated blood pressure levels in the arteries. Blood pressure is a measure of the force of blood against the walls of the arteries as the heart pumps it throughout the body. It is expressed as two values: The International Society of Hypertension (ISH) classifies hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, based on specific blood pressure ranges. The ISH classification is similar to that of other major organizations, such as the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA). Here are the ISH classifications for hypertension: Normal Blood Pressure: Systolic Blood Pressure (SBP): Less than 120 mm Hg Diastolic Blood Pressure (DBP): Less than 80 mm Hg Elevated Blood Pressure: Systolic Blood Pressure (SBP): 120-129 mm Hg Diastolic Blood Pressure (DBP): Less than 80 mm Hg Hypertension Stage 1: Systolic Blood Pressure (SBP): 130-139 mm Hg Diasto...