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Edited Hypertension and Alpha-Beta Blockers: Overview 14 years ago

Alpha-beta blockers may be prescribed to help control hypertension.

Common alpha-beta blockers include:

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Edited Alpha-Beta Blockers Side Effects and Warnings: Side Effects and Warnings 14 years ago

Possible side effects of alpha-beta blockers include:

  • Dizziness
  • Postural hypotension (blood pressure falls when standing up)
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Edited Hypertension and Alpha-Beta Blockers: Overview 14 years ago

Alpha-beta blockers may be prescribed to help control hypertension.

Common alpha-beta blockers include:

... (more)
Edited Hypertension and Alpha-Beta Blockers: Effect of Alpha-Beta Blockers on Hypertension 14 years ago

Alpha-beta blockers lower blood pressure by decreasing nerve impulses to the blood vessels. They also slow the heart rate and decrease the force of contraction. This decreases the workload of the heart and helps lower the blood pressure.

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