Alpha-1 Blockers Flashcards
Alpha 1-Blockers
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Tamsulosin
Flomax
NOTE: Selective Alpha-1A Blocker
Mechanism of Action: Alpha 1-Blockers
Alpha-1 Blockers bind to alpha-1 adrenergic receptors which results in peripheral vasodilation of arterioles and veins.
FDA Indications: Alpha-1 Blockers
- Benign Prostate Hyperplasia
- BPH + Hypertension
Adverse Effects of Alpha-1 Blockers
- Infectious Disease
- Dizziness
- HA
- Abnormal Ejaculation
- Rhinitis (stuffy nose)
- Asthenia (weakness)
Patient Counseling Tips
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Patients taking Alpha Blockers should be advised that these medications can cause side effects that impair your _______ or ________.
Thinking OR Reactions
Patients taking Alpha Blockers should be advised that _______ can make dizziness worse and increase nocturia if consumed close to bedtime.
Alcohol
Patients taking Alpha Blockers should be advised that taking _________ and antihistamines can make symptoms worsen.
- Decongestants
- Antihistamines
Patients taking Alpha Blockers should inform the doctor about the use of this medication before cataract surgery because Alpha Blockers can cause ______ ______ _______ __________.
Intraoperative Floppy Iris Syndrome
Patients taking Alpha Blockers should be advised to seek medical attention right away to prevent damage to the penis if they experience an erection for more than ____ hours or is _____.
- 4 hours
- Painful
Patients should take Tamsulosin _____ hour after the same meal everyday.
1 hour