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Alpha blockers (or adrenergic alpha-antagonists) are agents that act as antagonists of alpha adrenergic receptors.[1]
[edit] Classification
When the term "alpha blocker" is used without further qualification, it sometimes refers to alpha-1 blockers, and sometimes refers to agents that act at both types of receptors.
Non-selective alpha adrenergic blockers include:
The agents carvedilol and labetalol are alpha blockers and beta blockers.
Alpha blockers can be used in the treatment of several conditions, such as Raynaud's disease, hypertension, and scleroderma.[2]
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