Beta-blockers Flashcards
1
Q
What are some examples?
A
- atenolol
- propanolol
- bisoprolol
2
Q
What are they used in?
A
- angina
- post MI
- HF
- arrythmias
- hypertension
- thyrotoxicosis
- anxiety
3
Q
What are some side effects?
A
- bronchospasm
- cold peripheries
- fatigue
- sleep disturbance
- erectile dysfunction
4
Q
What are some contraindications?
A
- uncontrolled HF
- asthma
- sick sinus syndrome
- concurrent verapamil use (bradycardia)