Beta Blockers

Question 1

What does it commonly treat?

Answer 1

HTN, Angina, Dysrhythmias, HF, MI

Question 2

What is the common root name?

Answer 2

-lol

Question 3

What are common drug names?

Answer 3

Metoprolol, Atenolol, Propranolol, Carvedilol

Question 4

How does it work within the heart?

Answer 4

↓ HR, ↓ Myocardial Contractility, ↓ CO, ↓ Reflexive Tachy

Question 5

How does it work within the kidneys?

Answer 5

↓ Renin

Question 6

Common S/E?

Answer 6

Bradycardia, HF (SOB, coughing, edema), Rebound Myocardial Excitation (Pain, Taper)

Question 7

What is the usual dose/route?

Answer 7

All are available PO

Question 8

What about IV?

Answer 8

Only Atenolol, Metoprolol, Propranolol