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ALPHA-SPECIFIC ADRENERGIC (Mechanism of action (. (Causing…
ALPHA-SPECIFIC ADRENERGIC
Mechanism of action
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Causing vasoconstriction
Raising systolic and diastolic blood pressure
Alpha adrenergic receptor stumulant
With little effect on the beta receptor of heart
Acting as a powerful postsynaptic
Indications
Otitis media
Hypotension
Allergic rhinitis
Cancer
Contraindications
Pregnancy and lactation
CV disease and vasospasm
Narrow angle glaucoma
Thyrotoxicosis and diabetes
Severe hypertension or tachycardia
Renal or hepatic impairment
Allergy to any component of the drug
Nursing considerations
Monitor laboratory test result
Evaluate patient for nausea and vomiting
Assess level of orientation
Assess for contraindicatipns or caution
Side effects
GI:nausea,vomiting,anorexia
GU:decreased urinary output,dysuria
CNS:anxiety,restleness,depression
Examples
Clonidine
Midodine
Phenylephrine
Route of administration
Intravenous