Beta-Adrenergic Blockers

Drugs

• Acebutolol, Atenolol, Betaxolol, Bisoprolol, Carteolol, Esmolol, Labetalol, Metoprolol, Nadolol, Penbutolol, Pindolol, Propranolol, Sotalol, Timolol

What is it?

• Beta-Adrenergic Blockers- Antihypertensives, Antiarrhythmics, Antianginals
• Used For- Decrease Heart Excitability, Cardiac Overload, Oxygen Consumption, Lower Blood Pressure, Migraine Headaches, Stress, Tremors, GI Bleeding in Cirrhosis, Schizophrenia

Side Effects

• Rash, Fever, Sore Throat, Respiratory Distress, Pulmonary Edema, Hypotension, Sweating, Dry Skin, Blurred Vision, Dry Eyes, Nausea, Constipation, Vomiting, Loss of Appetite, Muscle Cramps, Dizziness, Depression, Sleep Disturbances, Memory Loss, Slurred Speech, Nasal Stuffiness, Hyperglycemia, Hypoglycemia, Hallucinations, Night Cough, Slow Pulse

What can I do?

• See your Health Care Provider- as needed, Before Discontinuing the Drug
• See your Pharmacist- for help
• AVOID- if Allergic to Beta-Adrenergic Blockers, CHF/Congestive Heart Failure. COPD/Coronary Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Diabetes, Hypoglycemia, Pregnancy, Lactation
• See Food Fitness First™ Registered Dietitian- on line for help; give with Food to Facilitate Absorption; mall and Frequent Meals; Take with Meals/Food