What is a non-selective beta blocker?

Beta-blockers are a class of drug commonly used to treat high blood pressure. Nonselective beta-blockers are a subclass of beta-blockers including propranolol (Inderal), nadolol (Corgard), etc.

Are all beta-blockers non-selective?

First generation beta blockers such as propranolol (Inderal, InnoPran), nadolol (Corgard), timolol maleate (Blocadren), penbutolol sulfate (Levatol), sotalol hydrochloride (Betapace), and pindolol (Visken) are non-selective in nature, meaning that they block both beta1 (β1) and beta2 (β2) receptors and will …

What is the difference between a selective and non-selective beta blocker?

There is a clear difference between beta 1-selective and nonselective beta-blockers on quality-of-life (QOL) perception. During treatment with nonselective beta-blockers, QOL perception is lower than during treatment with beta 1-selective drugs.

Why are beta-blockers selective?

Their use is associated with decreased morbidity and mortality post-myocardial infarction. Treatment with beta-1 blockers decreases the risk of stroke, coronary artery disease, and congestive heart failure.

What are nonselective beta-blockers?

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What beta blockers are cardioselective?

Atenolol, acebutolol and metoprolol are examples of cardioselective beta blockers. Esmolol , nebivolol and bisoprolol are also cardioselective beta blockers. Esmolol, nebivolol and bisoprolol are also cardioselective beta blockers. These medications are primarily used to treat hypertension but are also prescribed for cardiac arrhythmias, mitral valve prolapse, angina and other conditions.

What is a selective beta blocker?

Selective Beta-Blockers. Selective beta-blockers “select” the beta receptors located in the heart tissue, known as your beta1 receptors. This type of beta-blocker decreases activity around the heart and can help reduce your heart rate and your systolic pressure, the pressure your blood vessels experience when your heart beats.