Pharmacology: alpha blockers & ARBs(hypertension) Flashcards
1
Q
what action do alpha blockers have
A
block alpha1 adrenoreceptors
2
Q
what effect do alpha blockers have
A
block effect of sympathetic nervous system
decreasing MAP
3
Q
give an example of an alpha blocker
A
doxazosin
4
Q
what is a side effect of alpha blockers
A
postural hypotension
5
Q
what action do angiotensin receptor blockers(ARBs) have
A
competitively inhibit binding of aldosterone at AT1 receptors
6
Q
give 2 examples of contraindications for ARBs
A
pregnancy and renal artery stenosis
7
Q
give an example of an ARB
A
losartan
