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Why beta blockers are given first in pheochromocytoma?
They are not. Alpha blockers are given first because beta blockers without prior alpha blockade can cause a hypertensive crisis.
What do alpha blockers do?
Alpha blockers help lower blood pressure by causing vasodilation, meaning an increase in the diameter of the blood vessels, which allows blood to flow more easily.
What are some side effects of alpha blockers?
Alpha blockers may lower blood pressure to a greater extent than desired. This can cause dizziness, lightheadedness, heart palpitations, and fainting.
What are sympathoplegic agents?
Compounds that decrease sympathetic nervous system activity (ex: Beta blockers and alpha 1 blockers in peripheral nervous system or alpha 2 agonists in the Central nervous system)
What type of meds use for premature atrial contractions?
Typically beta blockers, but only if the patient is symptomatic.
Why is alpha and beta blockers used in Pheochromocytoma?
to prevent the leakage of epinephrine during the surgery
Is losartan an alpha blocker?
Yes. Drugs ending in pril are alpha-blockers. Drugs ending in olol are beta-blockers.
What is the purpose of alpha blockers?
These drugs, called alpha blockers for short, are used for two main purposes: to treat high blood pressure (hypertension ) and to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a condition that affects men and is characterized by an enlarged prostate gland.
Would alpha blocker alleviate ventricular tachycardia?
No, alpha blockers would not alleviate ventricular tachycardia. However, it can be used in combination with other treatments to help in the alleviation of such.
Do calcium channel blockers cause hair loss?
No, side effects of calcium channel blockers do not contain hair loss.
Do the alpha particles in Rutherford's experiment contain electrons?
Alpha particles are helium-4 nuclei; they do not contain electrons.
What medication is given in the ER if blood pressure is high?
Pathological and dangerously high blood pressure can be lowered by using alpha blockers, beta blockers, ACE inhibitors etc. An example is Labetalol IV.
