CCP Metoprolol Flashcards
1
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Drug class
A
B1 selective adrenoceptor blocker
2
Q
Pharmacology
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Blocks the actions of sympathetic nervous system thereby reducing HR, force of myocardial contraction & thereby reducing blood pressue & myocardial oxygen demand
3
Q
Indications
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- ACS (unresponsive to nitrates)
* HR control (in the setting of ACS)