What does "alpha-adrenergic blocker" mean?

any of various drugs that block alpha-adrenergic receptors; used in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia; relaxes the muscles of the prostate and bladder

What is a synonym for "alpha-adrenergic blocker"?

Common synonyms include: alpha blocker, alpha-adrenergic blocking agent, alpha-blocker.

Alpha-adrenergic blocker

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any of various drugs that block alpha-adrenergic receptors; used in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia; relaxes the muscles of the prostate and bladder wordnet

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alpha blocker alpha-adrenergic blocking agent alpha-blocker

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