Why were G.G.'s hydrochlorothiazide and metoprolol discontinued and what type of antihypertensive is prazosin? Why was prazosin prescribed instead of other anti-hypertensive agents? Explain your answer.
a) Because hydrochlorothiazide and metoprolol can lead to adverse effects like electrolyte imbalances and bradycardia, and prazosin, an alpha-blocker, was chosen for its effectiveness in treating PTSD-related nightmares.
b) Because hydrochlorothiazide and metoprolol have high cost, prazosin, a diuretic, was chosen for its affordability.
c) Because hydrochlorothiazide and metoprolol can lead to weight gain, prazosin, an ACE inhibitor, was chosen for its weight-neutral effects.
d) Because hydrochlorothiazide and metoprolol can cause insomnia, prazosin, an antihistamine, was chosen for its sedative effects.