ELI5, What’s the difference between an alpha blocker and a beta blocker?

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ELI5, What’s the difference between an alpha blocker and a beta blocker?

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Alpha blockers decrease the constriction of blood vessels (allowing more flow)

Beta blockers slow heart rate

Both actions have the effect of reducing blood pressure, but the different classes use different mechanisms

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