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Cardiac Alpha-2 Adrenergic Agonists Flashcards

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Name Alpha-2 Adrenergic Agonists

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Clonidine
Methyldopa
Guanfacine

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Therapeutic Uses for Alpha 2 Agonists

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HTN and HTN Crisis
Anxiety
ADHD
Alcohol

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MOA of Alpha 2 Agonists

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Alpha 2 Agonist stimulated in the pre synaptic phase

Causes Vasodilation

Vessels open which result in lowering Blood pressure.

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MUST KNOW SIDE EFFECTS

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D Decreased HR
D Decreased BP
D Dry Mouth
D Dizziness
D Drowsiness
D Depression of CNS

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Patient Education of Alpha 2 Agonist

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Reduce the intake of Salt
Suck on candy or sip liquids for dry mouth

Do not stop abruptly
Change positions slowly

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