A 73-year-old man with a history of a recent change in his treatment for moderately severe hypertension is brought to the emergency department because of a fall at home. Which of the following drug groups is most likely to cause postural hypotension and thus an increased risk of falls?

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Jamie Ellis

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22 March, 09:13

A 73-year-old man with a history of a recent change in his treatment for moderately severe hypertension is brought to the emergency department because of a fall at home. Which of the following drug groups is most likely to cause postural hypotension and thus an increased risk of falls?

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Jack Meza · Answer 1

One of the adverse effects of taking alpha-blockers drug group for hypertension is the first dose effect. This effect is characterized by causing postural hypotension and dizziness and sudden conscience loss due to the blood pressure drop.

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Alpha-blockers' drug groups are prescribed in hypertension moderate to severe cases due to its effectiveness. But the side effects described are present.