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Beta-blockers Flashcards

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Beta-blockers:drug action

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block beta1 and/or beta2 receptor sites

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Beta-blockers:indications

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hypertension;angina;CHF;supraventricular tachycardias with rapid ventricular responses (AFib, A Flutter, PSVT);prevention of AMI and sudden death in patients at risk;migraine headaches

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Beta-blockers:side effects

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hypotension;bradycardia;CHF;aggravation of asthma and allergic reactions (wheezing/bronchospasm) with nonselective agents

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Beta-blockers:specific drugs

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propranolol;metoprolol;labetalol;atenolol;carvedilol;sotalol;Inderal;Toprol;Normodyne;Tenormin;Coreg;Betapace

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