Question 1

could vasodilators dislodge bloodclots?

Accepted Answer

Vasodilator a: That would be a very unlikely occurrence.

Question 2

for what conditions would a  vasodilator be used?

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High Blood Pressure: Expect that other docs here will add to this, but simplest condition used is simply high blood pressure.  Most blood pressure medications are in essense medications that dialate blood vessels and in the process lower the blood pressure.

Question 3

is caffeine a vasodilator?

Accepted Answer

No: Caffeine is a stimulant and has press or effects. It is not a vasodilator.

Question 4

can you tell me about vasodilators other than ginkgo?

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Vasodilators: Your question hasn't been answered because it is too open ended.  If there is a specific issue that needs addressed, please ask another question so that we may help you. I would look forward to that opportunity.

Question 5

what is the reason vasodilators not have a long term effect?

Accepted Answer

Metabolism: The medications or exercize have time limited effects.
Medications are used, changed excreted by kidneys or liver.
Exercize is a great vasodilator, but stops with end of exercize

Question 6

how do i know whether to use a vasoconstrictor or a vasodilator to relieve the pain?

Accepted Answer

Depends: I am not sure if you're looking for a medication that would cause either of these. I wouldn't recommend anything like that. But simply heat or cold cause vasodilation and vasoconstriction respectively. Early on, cooling an extremity injury helps with decreasing inflammation. Later (24 to 48 hrs), heating may help in promoting circulation.

Question 7

what does a vasodilator?

Accepted Answer

Dilates vessels: Vasodilators dilate blood vessels.

Question 8

is burdock a vasodilator?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: The national institutes of health center for complementary and alternative medicine has no listing for burdock. Webmd does but doesn't comment on mechanism. Be aware that some formulations of burdock contain belladonna which is poisonous if overdosed. Unlikely that the mechanism of burdock has ever been systemically studied as no one would pay for it. This is the problem with all otc herbs.

Question 9

when are vasodilators used?

Accepted Answer

Multiple uses: They are used in different diseases including hypertension, coronary artery disease, raynaud's disease , during some vascular interventions

Question 10

are there any otc vasodilators?

Accepted Answer

Minoxidil: Minoxidil is a vasodilator that is otc used for treatment hair loss under brand name rogaine (minoxidil) .. Otherwise I am not sure of others.

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