Receptor Selectivity in Adrenergic Agonists Is Desirable As

question 40

Multiple Choice

Receptor selectivity in adrenergic agonists is desirable as:

• A) potentially unwanted effects caused by stimulation of additional receptors are minimised.
• B) these medications always have fewer side effects on patients.
• C) there is a broader range of medications for prescribers to choose from.
• D) patients like to choose their own prescriptions.

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