Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors

Texas Heart Institute offers details about ACE inhibitors which includes a list of brand names along with corresponding generic names, an explanation of how they work, side effects, and links to relevant side topics.

http://www.texasheartinstitute.org/HIC/Topics/Meds/acemeds.cfm

Beta-Blockers as Antiarrhythmic Agents

Proffers a description of exactly how such drugs work and related issues.

http://www.ionchannels.org/showabstract.php?pmid=16610347

Doctors Lounge: Antiarrhythmic Drugs

Details Classes I, II, III, and IV antiarrhythmic drugs, the method by which they work, and charts including the cardiac action potential.

http://www.doctorslounge.com/cardiology/drugs/antiarrhythmic/

Drug Monitor: Diuretics

This pharmacological site contains a section on diuretics which delves into the basics, specific sections on loop, thiazide, and K-sparing diuretics as well as diuretic resistance.

http://www.thedrugmonitor.com/diuretics.html

Effect of Cyclospasmol on Early Diabetic Retinopathy

Provides an account and explanation of a randomized, double-blind placebo controlled study which was meant to investigate the long-term effects of cyclandelate on diabetics and their eyesight.

http://www.springerlink.com/content/n027107gw3888665/

Eplerenone

Medline Plus delivers details about the Aldosterone receptor antagonist Eplerenone, why it is prescribed, and what precautions it is is important to take.

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a603004.html

Healthline: Vasodilators

Produces the definition and indications for use of vasodilators as well as recommended dosages and precautions.

http://www.healthline.com/galecontent/vasodilators

How Vasodilator Drugs Work

Provides an introduction to how vasodilators work, types of vasodilators, and possible side effects.

http://health.howstuffworks.com/medicine/medication/vasodilator-drug.htm

Hypertension: ACE Inhibitors

The Mayo Clinic's presentation of the effects ACE inhibitors have on high blood pressure, examples of these agents, and a list of other uses.

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/ace-inhibitors/HI00060

Mayo Clinic: Calcium Channel Blockers

Expert information about calciu channel blockers or calcium antagonists, examples of these agents, an a list of other uses for them.

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/calcium-channel-blockers/HI00061

Mayo Clinic: Diazoxide

Consists of information about the oral agent diaoxide including proper use, precautions, and possible side effects. Also discusses pediatric and geriatric uses.

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/drug-information/DR600537

Mayo Clinic: Diuretics

Water pills, properly known as diuretics, are addressed in this article which also discusses examples of thiazide, loop, and potassium-sparing diuretics as well as warnings and possible adverse effects.

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/diuretics/HI00030

Norvasc

The official site of Novasc showcases details about the conditions of hypertension and angina, prescribing information, and safety information.

http://www.norvasc.com/high-blood-pressure-medicine/index.asp

Nurse Review: Antianginal Agents

Features a slide show which educates the viewer about the pharmacology of antianginal agent, types of angina, and nursing implications.

http://www.slideshare.net/jben501/nurserevieworg-antianginal-agents-updates-pharmacology-classes-presentation

Pleural Effusion

The Pulmonology Channel provides this article about treatment of pleural effusion with the use of sclerosing agents. According to the article, two conditions which require special consideration include malignant effusion and empyema.

http://www.pulmonologychannel.com/pleuraleffusion/treatment.shtml

Ranexa

Tenders details about Ranexa as treatment for angina and outlines treatment options, an explanation of angina, and frequently asked questions.

http://www.ranexa.com/

Selective Aldosterone Receptor Antagonist

Describes the mechanisms of the agent, indication and contraindications, adverse effects, and drug interactions.

http://www.fpnotebook.com/CV/Pharm/SlctvAldstrnRcptrAntgnst.htm

Subclasses of Cardiovascular Agents

Displays a list of subclasses and corresponding chars containing the brand names and generic names of each, the recommended dosages, status, restrictions, and relative cost of each, as well as pertinent notes.

http://coventry.formularies.com/subcategory_list.asp?category=Cardiovascular+Agents&condition=&drugname=&drugtype=

Targacept: Inversine

The company site for Inversine (mecamylamine CHI) which is used for management of hypertension showcases Targacept's its acquisition of the brand, the science behind it, and prescribing information.

http://www.targacept.com/wt/page/inversine

Withdrawl of Peripheral Vasodilators in Primary Care

The British Pharmacological Society article attempts to investigate the use of peripheral vasodilators and withdrawal effects upon selected patients.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov:80/pmc/articles/PMC2014280/