Activate adrenergic receptors

Decongestion Decreases nasal tissue swelling by constricting

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blood vessels in the area

s e Cardiac Arrest Stimulates beta 2 receptors in cardiac muscle

U increases contraction
Stimulates beta 2 receptors in uterus which causes
Preeclampsia relaxation to stop contractions and pre-mature labor
Keeps LA concentrated at injection site by
Local Anesthesia decreasing blood flow in/out, helps LA last longer

Side Effects
Tremors, Anxiety, tachycardia, raised blood
pressure, these drugs mimic the adrenergic
system that releases adrenaline into the blood
system

Block adrenergic receptors

Anti-hypertension Decreases blood pressure by relaxation of

Beta Blockers
peripheral smooth muscle that surrounds vessels

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U s Anxiety, PTSD Sedation, lowers heart rate, slows CNS acctivity

Glaucoma Reduces intra-ocular pressure by fluid reduction

Migraines Reduces head pressure buy relaxation of

surrounding vessels

Side Effects
Bradycardia, CNS depression, risk of orthostatic
hypotension, some can cause dry mouth

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