Adrenergic Receptor Blockers Flashcards
1
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Central Acting a-Antagonists *clonidine (Catapres)
A
*reduces sympathetic outflow *reduces peripheral sympathetic tone, vasodilation, decreases SVR and BP SE: dry mouth, sedation, ED
2
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Peripheral Acting a-Antagonist
A
Prevents peripheral release of norepinephrine
