Beta Blockers

I was taken off Inderal because of my COPD, but recently my doctor said to take it again. I'm having reactions that may or may not be due to this med. Does anyone have answers please, concerning the combination of Beta blockers and COPD? ## Do you have any idea why the doctor told you to start taking the same medication, again? If you have high blood pressure, or some other cardiac condition, there are many other medications you can try. And yes, the FDA does warn that beta blockers, including Inderal, may cause problems for people that have COPD. Other side effects may include nausea, headache, dizziness, increased urination, and hypotension. What type of reactions are you having? Are you on any other medications?

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Name a Beta Blocker that is the closest one to Levatol 20mg. Have taken Levatol for 12 yrs and it seems to be off the market, am worried about side effects since have such good luck with levatol ( no side effects and would like the closest one to it. have considered olive leaf extract ( I can regulate it ) ## I'd suggest asking your doctor about trying Labetalol, it is known to cause far fewer side effects than most others available. Its typical side effects, as listed by the FDA, may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache and hypotension. Does anyone else have any suggestions?

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My wife is 55 yr old. She has been suffering from tremor of head & hands for more than 5 years. Neurologyst suggested her BETACAP TR 80 once daily for 3 weeks. She has completed the 3 weeks' course & she is now feeling better than before. Please let me know wether the Cap Betacap tr 80 should be contued.

My wife is 55 yr old. She has been suffering from tremor of head & hands for more than 5 years. Neurologyst suggested her BETACAP TR 80 once daily for 3 weeks. She has completed the 3 weeks' course & she is now feeling better than before. Please let me know wether the Cap Betacap tr 80 should be contued.

i take flomax and a beta blocker....one is a alfa blocker....i was told that they should not be taken together..thanks ## i said i take flomax for prostrate enlargement and i take atenolol a beta blocker for high blood pressure...the flomax is a alpha blocker...i was told the 2 should not be taken togather....vacation in thailand but reside in mexico...also i saw on the web that flomax does not reduce the size of the prostrate and only advodart does...but very expensive...hope this info helps...thanks ## No, the medications can be taken together and it is often beneficial to do so, in the case of some health conditions. Learn more Flomax details here. Learn more Atenolol details here. And the way the Tamsulosin in Flomax actually works is by blocking the alpha receptors in the bladder n...

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Are people familiar with side effects when adding a beta blocker when patient is already on reminyl/ebixa combination. Mom (83) has taken a significant comprehension downturn, persistent diarrhea, and very sleepy. I see that the reminyl/aricept decrease heart rate, patient has tachycardia, being treated with metoprolol.

need list for lexiscan stress test which stresses no calcium or beta-blockers prior to test. ## Hello, Here are a few drugs that contain calcium in addition to other ingredients: B-Nexa (calcium/folic acid/ginger/pyridoxine systemic) Caltrate 600+D Citracal + D Os-Cal 500 + D Oyster Shell Calcium with Vitamin D Here are a few drugs that are in the class "beta blockers": Propranolol Metoprolol Atenolol Carvedilol Bisoprolol Nebivolol I hope this helps! ## can you tell me which of the Beta Blockers has the best reputation for having the least side effects ## does propanalol,hctz, estradiol ,klonooin suboxone or neurotin contain calcium

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IS QUADRIDERM SAFE WITH BETA BLOCKERS AND OTHER BLOODPRESSURE MEDICATION? ## I am taking Nebi 2.5 for high blood pressure since last 3 yrs . recently I have been advised Rapilif 8 for prostate problem. CAN I TAKE BOTH MEDICIN TOGATHER. ## Hello, Andre! What are the specific blood pressure medications? I need this information in order to answer your question. And Rajiv, is your doctor aware that you're taking both? Because they both can lower your blood pressure, so you need to be careful that it doesn't go to low.

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Levobunolol

Levobunolol (trade names AKBeta, Betagan, Vistagan, among others) is a non-selective beta blocker. It is used topically in the form of eye drops to manage ocular hypertension (high pressure in the eye) and open-angle glaucoma.[2] Contents 1 Contraindications 2 Side effects 3 Interactions 4 Pharmacology 4.1 Mechanism of action 4.2 Pharmacokinetics 5 Chemistry 6 References Contraindications Like other beta blockers, levobunolol is contraindicated in patients with airwa...

Drug Index

Betaxolol is a selective beta1 receptor blocker used in the treatment of hypertension and glaucoma.[1] Being selective for beta1 receptors, it typically has fewer systemic side effects than non-selective beta-blockers, for example, not causing bronchospasm (mediated by beta2 receptors) as timolol may. Betaxolol also shows greater affinity for beta1 receptors than metoprolol. In addition to its effect on the heart, betaxolol reduces the pressure within the eye (intraocular pre...

My Wife BP is 160/100 ,she is prone to cold & related Headache in one side. Doctor prescribed TAZLOC BETA 50. but another doctor told that Beta blockers are not good for patient prone to cold and Ashtamatic Allergy and prescribed Olvance 40 in morning and Olvance 20 at evening who is correct and which medicine she should continue. ## Hello, Adil! How are you and your wife? Yes, the one that said there could be issues with beta blockers was correct, there are very few of them that don't cause problems if her extremities get cold and she has asthma. In that case, the Olvance would most likely be the best choice. Learn more Olvance details here. I'm not a doctor, I can only advise based on the available information and my own experience. I had a similar problem of getting cold ...

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I am using Betlac25 and cardace2.5 from last two years. Now shall I discontinue Betalac25 ? ## What has your doctor advised? Have you been on them for hypertension? If so, what are your blood pressure levels? Betaloc contains the active ingredient Metoprolol, it is a beta blockers used to treat high blood pressure and some cardiac issues. Cardace contains the active ingredient Ramipril, it's an ACE inhibitor that is also used to treat high blood pressure and cardiac conditions. However, only your doctor can advise you on whether or not it is safe for you to change your medication regimen, because your blood pressure and cardiac function have to be taken under consideration, when doing so. In addition, the Betaloc, which contains the Metoprolol, can be stopped abruptly, it has to be ...

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I was taking Atenlol 50 mg twice before CAPB surgerry Now Dr.priscribed Betaloc 25 mg perday Are the two are different or the same by action in controlling BP? ## Betaloc contains the active ingredient Metoprolol and both it and Atenolol are beta blockers that work in the same manner to help control high blood pressure and cardiac conditions. Learn more: Have you asked your doctor why they changed the medications?

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I want to know if it would be ok to take atenolol in place of the labetalol I've been taking, but ran out of? ## Hi Kerri, Both Atenolol and Labetalol are in the same drug class called Beta-blockers which are marketed for use in treating high blood pressure. According to medlineplus.gov, both medications work by relaxing blood vessels and slowing heart rate to improve blood flow and decrease blood pressure. - Atenolol reportedly has an estimated elimination half-life of 6-7 hours (taken orally in tablet form) - Labetalol reportedly has an estimated elimination half-life of 6-8 hours (taken orally in tablet form) What I don't know is how they compare to one another in terms of potency, efficacy, and dosing. So this particular aspect of things is probably something you'd want ...

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Since on beta blockers, atenolo or metaprolol my vision is blurry. Cannot concentrate, very frustrated. ## Hi Ashley, Sorry to hear about your situation. According to the US National Library of Medicine, both medications (Atenolol and Metoprolol) list "blurred vision" as one of their more common side effects. Ref: Atenolol Side Effects / Metoprolol Side Effects However if it doesn't seem to go away on its own, you may need to contact your doctor as soon as possible in order to find out if you should still continue taking them as prescribed or opt for something else altogether. Unfortunately when it comes to these types of medications there's really no way to know ahead of time how it'll end up affecting you in the long run. But I'd just encourage you to keep an o...

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Nebivolol Hydrochloride + Valsartan

Nebivolol is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.[1] As with other β-blockers, it is generally a less preferred treatment for high blood pressure.[2] It may be used by itself or with other blood pressure medication.[2] It is taken by mouth.[2] Common side effects include dizziness, feeling tired, nausea, and headaches.[2] Serious side effects may include heart failure and bronc...

Nebivolol

Nebivolol is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.[1] As with other β-blockers, it is generally a less preferred treatment for high blood pressure.[2] It may be used by itself or with other blood pressure medication.[2] It is taken by mouth.[2] Common side effects include dizziness, feeling tired, nausea, and headaches.[2] Serious side effects may include heart failure and bronc...

Nebivolol + Valsartan

Nebivolol is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.[1] As with other β-blockers, it is generally a less preferred treatment for high blood pressure.[2] It may be used by itself or with other blood pressure medication.[2] It is taken by mouth.[2] Common side effects include dizziness, feeling tired, nausea, and headaches.[2] Serious side effects may include heart failure and bronc...

Drug Index

Nebivolol is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.[1] As with other β-blockers, it is generally a less preferred treatment for high blood pressure.[2] It may be used by itself or with other blood pressure medication.[2] It is taken by mouth.[2] Common side effects include dizziness, feeling tired, nausea, and headaches.[2] Serious side effects may include heart failure and bronc...

CAN YOU TAKE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE MEDS AND BETA BLOCKERS WITH FERTEMINA ## Hello, Lee! How are you? No, it is not advisable to take Phentermine if you have high blood pressure or a cardiac condition. The FDA classifies it as a stimulant, so along with being habit forming, it can cause elevated heart rate and elevated blood pressure as side effects. If you wish to use a medication for weight loss, then it would be best to speak with your doctor to see which one you can safely take. Is there anything else I can help with?

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