Section 5b: Sympatholytics Flashcards
1
Q
Drug with selectivity of A1a > A1b. Favors blockade in the prostate capsule (A1a), urethra, and bladder neck which can treat urinary retention.
A
Tamsulosin
2
Q
Alpha adrenergic receptor blockers include
A
Prazosin and Tamsulosin (Flomax)
3
Q
Beta adrenergic receptor blockers include
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Propanolol and Metoprolol (Tenormin)
4
Q
non-selective for beta 1 and 2
A
Propanolol
5
Q
selective for Beta 2
A
Metoprolol
6
Q
Mechanism of action and therapuetic use of Prazosin?
A
selective blockage of alpha 1. Second line treatment of hypertension.
7
Q
Which sympatholytic is contraindicated in asthmatics?
A
Propanolol. Beta 1 and 2….will cause bronchocontriction. Metoprolol is safer (B2) but also has risk for asthmatics.
