beta-blockers Flashcards by kayleigh newlands

what are the indications for beta-blockers?

angina
arrhythmia 
post-myocardial infection 
heart failure 
hypertension
thyrotoxicosis 
migraine prophylaxis 
anxiety

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examples of beta-blockers

atenolol

propanolol

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side-effects of beta-blockers

bronchospasm
cold peripheries 
fatigue 
sleep disturbances, including nightmares 
erectile dysfunction.

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contraindications of beta-blockers

uncontrolled heart failure
asthma
sick sinus sundrome
concurrent verapamil use: may precipitate severe bradycardia

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