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Sympatholytics - Alpha Blockers, Beta Blockers, Calcium Channel Blockers

Medicosis Perfectionalis via YouTube

Overview

Explore the pharmacology of sympatholytics, focusing on adrenergic receptor antagonists including alpha blockers, beta blockers, and calcium channel blockers in this comprehensive 41-minute video lecture. Delve into the mechanisms of action, specific drug examples, and their effects on cardiac contractility, blood vessel constriction, and blood pressure regulation. Gain a thorough understanding of alpha and beta receptors (adrenergic receptors) and calcium channels, essential for medical professionals, nursing students, and those preparing for USMLE or NCLEX exams. Learn about various drugs such as phentolamine, phenoxybenzamine, atenolol, metoprolol, propranolol, nebivolol, labetalol, carvedilol, acebutolol, pindolol, verapamil, diltiazem, and nifedipine, and their roles in managing hypertension and other cardiovascular conditions.

Syllabus

Sympatholytics (Adrenergic Antagonists) — Alpha blockers, Beta blockers, Calcium channel blockers

Taught by

Medicosis Perfectionalis

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