Cardiovascular Pharmaceutical IndexBlood Pressure Medicines List & Drug ClassificationsThis document provides a detailed list of cardiovascular drugs as categorized in pharmaceuticaldatabases like eb2bmart. This list is intended for informational purposes regarding medicationscommonly used to manage hypertension.1. ACE InhibitorsMechanism: Blocks the formation of angiotensin II to relax blood vessels.Generic Brand Examples Standard Dosage FormLisinopril Prinivil, Zestril Tablet (2.5mg - 40mg)Enalapril Vasotec Tablet (2.5mg - 20mg)Ramipril Altace Capsule (1.25mg - 10mg)Benazepril Lotensin Tablet (5mg - 40mg)Captopril Capoten Tablet (12.5mg - 100mg)2. Beta-Adrenergic BlockersMechanism: Reduces heart rate and cardiac output, lowering blood pressure.Generic Brand Examples Standard Dosage FormAtenolol Tenormin Tablet (25mg - 100mg)Metoprolol Succinate Toprol-XL ER Tablet (25mg - 200mg)Carvedilol Coreg Tablet (3.125mg - 25mg)Propranolol Inderal LA ER Capsule (60mg - 160mg)Bisoprolol Zebeta Tablet (5mg - 10)3. Thiazide DiureticsMechanism: Increases sodium and water excretion by the kidneys.Generic Brand Examples Standard Dosage FormHydrochlorothiazide Microzide Capsule/TabletChlorthalidone Hygroton TabletPage 1 of 3
Cardiovascular Pharmaceutical Index (Cont.)4. Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs)Mechanism: Directly blocks the receptors that angiotensin II acts upon.Generic Brand Examples Standard Dosage FormLosartan Cozaar Tablet (25mg - 100mg)Valsartan Diovan Tablet (40mg - 320mg)Telmisartan Micardis Tablet (20mg - 80mg)Olmesartan Benicar Tablet (5mg - 40mg)Irbesartan Avapro Tablet (75mg - 300mg)5. Calcium Channel Blockers (Dihydropyridines)Mechanism: Inhibits calcium influx into vascular smooth muscle cells.Generic Brand Examples Standard Dosage FormAmlodipine Norvasc Tablet (2.5mg - 10mg)Nifedipine ER Adalat CC ER Tablet (30mg - 90mg)Felodipine Plendil ER Tablet (2.5mg - 10mg)6. Calcium Channel Blockers (Non-Dihydropyridines)Mechanism: Affects both blood vessels and heart rate conduction.Generic Brand Examples Standard Dosage FormDiltiazem ER Cardizem CD ER Capsule (120mg - 420mg)Verapamil SR Calan SR SR Tablet (120mg - 240mg)7. Aldosterone AntagonistsMechanism: Blocks aldosterone effects, helping the body eliminate water and salt.Generic Brand Examples Standard Dosage FormSpironolactone Aldactone Tablet (25mg - 100mg)Eplerenone Inspra Tablet (25mg - 50mg)Page 2 of 3
Cardiovascular Pharmaceutical Index (Cont.)8. Alpha-1 BlockersMechanism: Relaxes the smooth muscle of blood vessels.Generic Brand Examples Standard Dosage FormDoxazosin Cardura Tablet (1mg - 8mg)Terazosin Hytrin Capsule (1mg - 10mg)9. Central Alpha-2 AgonistsMechanism: Stimulates alpha-2 receptors in the brain to reduce sympathetic outflow.Generic Brand Examples Standard Dosage FormClonidine Catapres Tablet/PatchMethyldopa Aldomet Tablet10. Loop DiureticsMechanism: Potent diuretics acting on the loop of Henle in the kidney.Generic Brand Examples Standard Dosage FormFurosemide Lasix Tablet (20mg - 80mg)Bumetanide Bumex Tablet (0.5mg - 2mg)Torsemide Demadex Tablet (5mg - 100mg)11. Direct VasodilatorsMechanism: Directly relaxes vascular smooth muscle.Generic Brand Examples Standard Dosage FormHydralazine Apresoline Tablet (10mg - 100mg)Minoxidil Loniten Tablet (2.5mg - 10mg)Usage Note: This blood pressure medicines list is compiled based on standard medical classifications forcardiovascular health. Selection of these medications requires professional medical diagnosis and prescription.For further details on sourcing and availability, refer to cardiovascular medicine supplier portals like eb2bmart. Page 3 of 3