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==Background==
==Background==
Central alpha agonists lower blood pressure by stimulating alpha-receptors in the brain which open peripheral arteries easing blood flow. These [[Alpha-2 adrenergic receptor|alpha 2 receptors]] are known as [[autoreceptors]] which provide a negative feedback in neurotransmission (in this case, the vasoconstriction effects of adrenaline).
*Central alpha agonists lower blood pressure by stimulating alpha-receptors in the brain which open peripheral arteries easing blood flow. T
Central alpha agonists, such as clonidine, are usually prescribed when all other anti-hypertensive medications have failed. For treating hypertension, these drugs are usually administered in combination with a diuretic.


==Medications==
==Medications==

Revisión del 20:05 29 sep 2016

Background

  • Central alpha agonists lower blood pressure by stimulating alpha-receptors in the brain which open peripheral arteries easing blood flow. T

Medications

Adverse effects

  • sedation
  • drying of the nasal mucosa
  • rebound hypertension

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