prazosin

Synonyms:

Minipress

Type of:

alpha blocker, alpha-adrenergic blocker, alpha-adrenergic blocking agent, alpha-blocker

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

antihypertensive, antihypertensive drug

a drug that reduces high blood pressure