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Definition 2024
alpha-blocker
alpha-blocker
English
Noun
alpha-blocker (plural alpha-blockers)
- (pharmacology) A drug which blocks α1-adrenergic receptors in arteries and smooth muscles. Used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostatitis and other conditions.
Synonyms
- alpha-adrenergic blocking agents
Translations
drug which blocks α1-adrenergic receptors
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