How does methyldopa impact autonomic nervous system regulation in hypertension management and what are the associated cardiovascular effects?
Lakshya KumarExplorer
How does methyldopa impact autonomic nervous system regulation in hypertension management?
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Methyldopa lowers blood pressure by stimulating alpha-2 adrenergic receptors in the brain, reducing sympathetic outflow and peripheral resistance, leading to decreased heart rate and cardiac output.