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Alpha 2 blockers
clonidine - Catapres
methyldopa - Aldomet
MOA
- Stimulates alpha-adrenergic receptors in the CNS
- - decreasing sympathetic outflow inhibiting cardioacceleration and vasoconstriction centers
Prevents pain signal transmission to CNS by stimulating alpha-adrenergic receptors in the spinal cord
decrease BP, decrease pain
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Alpha 2 blockers
clonidine - Catapres
methyldopa - Aldomet
SE
drowziness, dry mouth, withdrawal
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Alpha 2 blockers
clonidine - Catapres
methyldopa - Aldomet
Contraindication
Pedi, Geri, OB, Lactation
Aldomet primarily for OB and darkens urine
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Alpha 2 blockers
names?
- clonidine - Catapres
- methyldopa - Aldomet
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