Alpha-blocker (Noun)

Meaning

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

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

• Alpha-adrenergic Blocker
• Alpha Blocker
• Alpha-adrenergic Blocking Agent

Hypernyms

• Blocker

Hyponyms

• Prazosin
• Terazosin