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Metoprolol is a beta blocker, or an antagonist of the β-adrenergic receptors. It is specifically a selective antagonist of the β 1 -adrenergic receptor and has no intrinsic sympathomimetic activity. [ 37] Metoprolol exerts its effects by blocking the action of certain neurotransmitters, specifically adrenaline and noradrenaline.
Beta blockers vary in their lipophilicity (fat solubility) and in turn in their ability to cross the blood–brain barrier and exert effects in the central nervous system. [76] Beta blockers with greater blood–brain barrier permeability can have both neuropsychiatric therapeutic benefits and side effects, as well as adverse cognitive effects ...
Propranolol, sold under the brand name Inderal among others, is a medication of the beta blocker class. [2] It is used to treat high blood pressure, a number of types of irregular heart rate, thyrotoxicosis, capillary hemangiomas, performance anxiety, and essential tremors, [2] [3] [4] as well to prevent migraine headaches, and to prevent further heart problems in those with angina or previous ...
Bisoprolol. Bisoprolol, sold under the brand name Zebeta among others, is a beta blocker which is selective for the beta-1 receptor [ 7] and used for cardiovascular diseases, [ 7] including tachyarrhythmias, high blood pressure, angina, and heart failure. [ 7][ 8] It is taken by mouth. [ 7]
Imipramine, sold under the brand name Tofranil, among others, is a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) mainly used in the treatment of depression. It is also effective in treating anxiety and panic disorder. Imipramine is taken by mouth . Common side effects of imipramine include dry mouth, drowsiness, dizziness, low blood pressure, rapid heart rate ...
Nebivolol is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. [ 5] As with other β-blockers, it is generally a less preferred treatment for high blood pressure. [ 6] It may be used by itself or with other blood pressure medication. [ 6] It is taken by mouth.
Timolol. Timolol is a beta blocker medication used either by mouth or as eye drops. [ 3][ 5] As eye drops it is used to treat increased pressure inside the eye such as in ocular hypertension and glaucoma. [ 3] By mouth it is used for high blood pressure, chest pain due to insufficient blood flow to the heart, to prevent further complications ...
By Deena Beasley (Reuters) -Trial results show Eli Lilly's weight loss drug Zepbound reduces the risk of hospitalization, death and other outcomes for obese adults with a common type of heart ...