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Cardiology - Torrance Memorial

Beta Blockers

TYPES:
  • Blocadren (Timolol)
  • Cartrol (Carteolol)
  • Coreg (Carvedilol)
  • Corgard (Nadolol)
  • Inderal (Propranolol)
  • Kerlone (Betaxalol)
  • Levatol (Penbutolol)
  • Lopressor (Metoprolol)
  • Normodyne or Trandate (Labetalol)
  • Sectral (Acebutolol)
  • Tenormin (Atenolol)
  • Toprol XL (Metoprolol succinate)
  • Visken (Pindolol)
  • Zebeta (Bisoprolol)
BASIC ACTION:
  • Slows heart rate
  • Decreases blood pressure
  • Decreases the work load of the heart
USES:
  • Angina (chest pain)
  • Hypertension (high blood pressure)
  • Antiarrhythmic effect (irregular heart beats)
  • Myocardial infarction (to decrease the work load of the heart)
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS:
  • Decreased energy
  • Decreased exercise tolerance
  • Shortness of breath
  • Dizziness
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Impotence
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
  • Do not stop taking medication unless instructed by physician. It can be dangerous to stop abruptly. Follow physicians instructions carefully.
  • Consult physician or pharmacist before using over-the-counter cold or allergy products.