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Medical Conditions - Betablocker

Beta blockers are a group of medicines that work by decreasing the heart activity by blocking the action of hormones like adrenaline and noradrenaline. It is mainly used in the treatment of high blood pressure, heart arrhythmias, heart failure, angina, heart attacks, migraines, etc. Examples of beta blockers include Atenolol, Bisoprolol, Propranolol, Metoprolol, and Nadolol.

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