Alpha Blockers (A1 Blockers)

Question 1

Common Facts

Answer 1

Common ending: -zosin
Commonly used to treat: hypertension
Common adverse reaction: postural hypotension, reflex tachycardia

Question 2

Mechanism of Action

Answer 2

Produces vascular relaxation which reduces peripheral resistance and blood pressure
Reduce LDL (Low Density Lipoprotein) levels

Question 3

Cardura

Answer 3

Generic name: doxazosin
Available doses and forms: Tablets: 1mg, 2mg, 4mg
Notes: also used to treat BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia), reduces urethral resistance and increases urine flow

Question 4

Hytrin

Answer 4

Generic name: terazosin
Tablets: 1mg, 2mg, 5mg, 10mg
Often dosed once daily (QPM or HS)
Notes: also used to treat BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia), reduces urethral resistance and increases urine flow

Question 5

Minipress

Answer 5

Generic name: prazosin

Tablets: 1mg, 2mg, 4mg