Why Should Nitrates Be Used Cautiously in Conjunction with PDE

question 8

Multiple Choice

Why should nitrates be used cautiously in conjunction with PDE inhibitors?

• A)Nitrates increase vasodilation to a dangerous level.
• B)PDE inhibitors decrease effectiveness of nitrates.
• C)Nitrates increase vasoconstriction to a dangerous level.
• D)Nitrates prohibit PDE inhibitors from being metabolized.

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