Beta-Blockers

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Also known as:  Beta-Adrenergic Antagonists

 

Description

Beta-Blockers are a group of Prescribed Medications that prevent (block) stimulation of the Beta-Adrenergic Receptors of the Nerves of the Beta-Adrenergic Nervous System.

 

Pharmaceutical Uses of Beta-Blockers

Cardiovascular System

 Beta-Blockers are used to lower elevated Blood Pressure in High Blood Pressure patients.

 Beta-Blockers are used to decrease heartbeat rate in Tachycardia patients.

 

Beta-Blockers may Interfere with these Substances

Hormones

 Beta-Blockers may inhibit the production of Melatonin:  [1]

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