Answer to Question #109208 in Biology for kylie

Question

Side effects of using α-blockers in the treatment of hypertension.

Answer 1

α-blockers are antagonists of α-adrenergic receptors. Prazosin is an example of α-blockers that can decrease vascular resistance and is used to treat hypertension. The adverse effects of α-blockers include:

• a rapid decrease in blood pressure (orthostatic hypotension)
• dizziness
• weakness
• lightheadedness
• tachycardia
• edema
• impotence
• increased urination