alpha-adrenergic blocker

Meaning

A class of drugs that prevent the hormone norepinephrine from tightening the muscles in the walls of smaller arteries and veins.

Examples

• The physician adjusted the dosage of the alpha-adrenergic blocker to better manage the patient's hypertension.
• Patients taking an alpha-adrenergic blocker should be monitored for potential side effects like dizziness upon standing.