Beta Blockers

  Propranolol is the prototype of beta blocking drugs. Propranolol is the standard drug against which newer developed beta blockers compared for systemic use. Propranolol is non-selective beta blocker i.e. it can block both β1 and β2 receptors. GENERIC NAME: Propranolol BRAND NAME Inderal, Bedranol SR, Dositon, Sumial. MECHANISM OF ACTION Propranolol is non-selective beta … Read more

Beta blockers are competitive inhibitors at beta adrenergic receptors and counter the effects of catecholamines such as epinephrine and nor-epinephrine. This action leads to decrease sympathetic effects mainly on cardiovascular system. This is why beta blockers are useful in treatment of cardiovascular diseases i.e. hypertension, heart failure, cardiac arrhythmias. Some beta blockers are also used … Read more