phenoxybenzamine

phenoxybenzamine
phe·noxy·ben·za·mine -'ben-zə-.mēn n a drug that blocks the activity of alpha-receptors and is used in the form of its hydrochloride C18H22ClNO·HCl esp. in the treatment of hypertension and sweating due to pheochromocytoma

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n.
a drug that dilates blood vessels (see alpha blocker). It is used to reduce high blood pressure in patients with phaeochromocytoma. It is administered by mouth or injection and may cause dizziness and fast heartbeat. Trade name: Dibenyline.

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