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Beta blockers (sometimes written as β-blocker) are a class of drugs used for various indications, but particularly for the management of cardiac arrhythmias, cardioprotection after myocardial infarction (heart attack), and hypertension. Propranolol was the first clinically useful beta adrenergic receptor antagonist. Invented by Sir James W. Black, it revolutionized the medical management of angina pectoris and is considered to be one of the most important contributions to clinical medicine and pharmacology of the 20th century. Beta blockers may also be referred to as beta-adrenergic blocking agents, beta-adrenergic antagonists, or beta antagonists. From Wikipedia under the
GNU Free Documentation License  anxietydisordergo.com Anxiety Disorder Help Fri, 19 Jun 2009 08:20:15 GM hi, i have the propranolol . beta blockers. , and wondered if anyone had any experience with them? i suffer from high anxiety in driving tests/exams so have been perscribed some to calm me down. thanks!  md.cardiophile.org Johnson Francis hu, 02 Jul 2009 05:49:49 GM Beta blockers. decrease the myocardial oxygen demand by decreasing the heart rate, contractility and blood pressure. Dosage has to be titrate dose to reduce symptoms and the heart rate. . Beta blockers. reduce symptoms and improve exercise ...  allaboutalpha.com unknown Mon, 08 Jun 2009 01:59:39 GM Stressed about having your money locked up in a hedge fund? Just pop a few of these... From Google Blog Search: "Beta Blockers"  empowereddoctor.com 75px x 100px | 2.10kB [source page] Beta Blockers Blasted  images.healthcentersonline.com 224px x 300px | 17.30kB [source page] Patients who take beta blockers may experience side effects such as a very slow heart rate bradycardia dizziness or increased tiredness Patients may also become more sensitive to cold There are a number of factors that can affect the use of beta blockers including medical conditions and other drugs Patients should provide their physician with a detailed medical history From Yahoo Image Search: "Beta Blockers"
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Beta-Adrenergic Blocking Agents (Systemic)
Coreg and Other Beta-Blockers
Beta Blockers for Heart Problems