SNS Blockers: Alpha 1 Blockers Flashcards
1
Q
Medications
A
“-azosin”
- Doxazosin
- Prazosin
- Terazosin
2
Q
Actions
A
- Blocks alpha 1 receptor sites
- Decreases vascular muscle tone, resulting in vasodilation
- Decreases BP
3
Q
Indications
A
-HTN
4
Q
Contraindications
A
- Allergy
- HF
- Renal or hepatic impairment
5
Q
Adverse effects
A
- CNS
- CV
- GI/GU
6
Q
Drug-Drug interactions
A
-Vasodilators/antihypertensives