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Definition of Alpha-blocker
1. Noun. Any of various drugs that block alpha-adrenergic receptors; used in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia; relaxes the muscles of the prostate and bladder.
Exact synonyms: Alpha Blocker, Alpha-adrenergic Blocker, Alpha-adrenergic Blocking Agent
Generic synonyms: Blocker, Blocking Agent
Specialized synonyms: Minipress, Prazosin, Hytrin, Terazosin
Generic synonyms: Blocker, Blocking Agent
Specialized synonyms: Minipress, Prazosin, Hytrin, Terazosin
Medical Definition of Alpha-blocker
1. An agent that competitively blocks alpha-adrenergic receptors; used in the treatment of hypertension. Synonym: alpha-blocker. (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Alpha-blocker
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