alpha blocker

Or alpha-blocker

noun

Pharmacology.

1. any of various substances that interfere with the action of the alpha receptors.

alpha-blocker

noun

1. any of a class of drugs that prevent the stimulation of alpha adrenoceptors, a type of receptor in the sympathetic nervous system, by adrenaline and noradrenaline and that therefore cause widening of blood vessels: used in the treatment of high blood pressure and prostatic hyperplasia

Other Word Forms

• alpha-blocking adjective

Example Sentences

Their findings, published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, suggest the alpha-blocker drug protects brain cells from destruction.

From BBC

There is also a combination drug of an alpha-blocker and a 5ARI that is said to work better than either one alone.

From New York Times

If it is less likely to cause sexual difficulties than finasteride or an alpha-blocker like terazosin, I am very interested.

From Seattle Times