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Beta-blockers

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A nurse describes how a cardiovascular risk assessment can detect whether you're at risk of heart disease.

Beta-blockers (also known as beta-adrenoreceptor blocking agents) are used to treat many different conditions.

Common uses include:

  • Hypertension (high blood pressure).
  • Angina.
  • Heart failure.
  • Atrial fibrillation (irregular heart beat).
  • Heart attack (myocardial infarction).

Less common uses include:

  • Prevention of migraine.
  • Overactive thyroid (thyrotoxicosis).
  • Anxiety conditions.
  • Tremor.

They can also be used as eye drops to treat glaucoma (increased pressure in the eyes).

Last reviewed: 03/12/2007

Next review due: 02/12/2009

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