Alpha1-receptor agonists is contraindicated to treat:

A) hypotension
B) nasal congestion
C) pheochromocytoma
D) subconjunctival hemorrhage


C) pheochromocytoma
Alpha1-receptor agonists are contraindicated to treat pheochromocytoma (adrenal tumor). They are also contraindicated for severe coronary or cardiovascular disease, glaucoma, hypovolemia (within 2 takes of taking MAOIs), acute kidney disease, urine retention, thyrotoxicosis, sensitivity to adrenergic substances, supine hypertension, ventricular tachycardia, and for pregnant, lactating, and very young patients.

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