Beta blockers
Also called as Beta adrenergic blocking agents because of their blocking actions of Epinephrine and Norepinephrine on the Beta adrenergic receptors. This action results in lowering of the heart rate and the blood pressure. Additionally this drug is useful for treating migraine and a host of other cardiovascular conditions.
Propranolol - brand name Inderal
Metoprolol - brand name Lopressor
Atenolol - brand name Tenormin
Beta blockers
Also called as Beta adrenergic blocking agents because of their blocking actions of Epinephrine and Norepinephrine on the Beta adrenergic receptors. This action results in lowering of the heart rate and the blood pressure. Additionally this drug is useful for treating migraine and a host of other cardiovascular conditions.
Propranolol - brand name Inderal
Metoprolol - brand name Lopressor
Atenolol - brand name Tenormin
Anti hypertensive drugs
Anti hypertensive drugs can be classified into 8 broad categories depending upon their mode of action.
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To control the high blood pressure, your doctor may use one of the following group of drugs:
Diuretics
Beta blockers
Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitors
Calcium channel blockers
Angiotensin Receptor Blockers
Alpha Blockers
Centrally acting drugs
Direct vasodilators
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