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Which drug is a powerful mixed vasodilator affecting both arterial and venous vasodilation?
Which drug is a powerful mixed vasodilator affecting both arterial and venous vasodilation?
- Prazosin (correct)
- Propranolol
- Reserpine
- Metyrosine
Which drug inhibits the release of noradrenaline?
Which drug inhibits the release of noradrenaline?
- Guanethidine (correct)
- Propranolol
- Reserpine
- Clonidine
Which drug is a selective alpha-1 blocker effective in benign prostatic hyperplasia?
Which drug is a selective alpha-1 blocker effective in benign prostatic hyperplasia?
- Phentolamine
- Doxazosin
- Tamsulosin (Flomax) (correct)
- Hexamethonium
Which drug blocks both postsynaptic alpha-1 and presynaptic alpha-2 adrenoceptors?
Which drug blocks both postsynaptic alpha-1 and presynaptic alpha-2 adrenoceptors?
Which drug inhibits the synthesis of noradrenaline?
Which drug inhibits the synthesis of noradrenaline?
Flashcards
What is Prazosin?
What is Prazosin?
Prazosin is a medication that causes blood vessels to widen, affecting both arteries and veins. This helps lower blood pressure.
What is Guanethidine?
What is Guanethidine?
Guanethidine prevents the release of noradrenaline, a neurotransmitter that constricts blood vessels. This leads to reduced blood pressure.
What is Tamsulosin?
What is Tamsulosin?
Tamsulosin is commonly used to treat an enlarged prostate. It selectively blocks alpha-1 receptors, which are found in the prostate, improving urinary flow.
What is Phentolamine?
What is Phentolamine?
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What is Metyrosine?
What is Metyrosine?
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