Overview
This medicine is used to help manage high blood pressure and certain heart conditions. It works to reduce the strain on the heart and blood vessels, helping maintain a healthy heart rate and blood pressure.
How It Works
The active ingredient works by blocking specific receptors in the heart and blood vessels. This slows the heart rate and reduces the force of each heartbeat, which lowers blood pressure and helps the heart work more efficiently.
Common Uses
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart (angina)
- Heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias)
- Prevention of heart attacks in at-risk patients
- Reducing strain on the heart after a heart attack
Key Benefits
- Helps control blood pressure
- Reduces risk of heart-related complications
- Supports healthy heart function
- Convenient once-daily dosing
Safety & Precautions
- Take exactly as prescribed by your healthcare professional
- Do not stop the medicine suddenly without consulting a doctor
- Inform your doctor if you have asthma, diabetes, or kidney problems
- Regular monitoring of blood pressure and heart rate is recommended
Scientific Literature (External Links)
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25859006/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459151/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15249437/
These details are compiled from publicly available scientific sources. MYMEDS.MD is not liable for clinical interpretation. Please consult a licensed medical practitioner for personalised guidance.