Oral Beta-Blockers for Hypertension
Medication | Selected Adverse Effects | Comments |
|---|---|---|
Contraindicated in patients with greater than 1st-degree atrioventricular block, or sick sinus syndrome Should be avoided in patients with asthma Should be used cautiously in patients with COPD with severe disease, heart failure, or who are taking insulin Should not be stopped abruptly in patients with coronary artery disease | ||
Penbutolol† | ||
* Cardioselective. | ||
† With intrinsic sympathomimetic activity. | ||
§ Can also be given for hypertensive emergencies. | ||
In these topics