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CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM › BETA BLOCKING AGENTS › BETA BLOCKING AGENTS › Beta blocking agents, selective
epanolol
C07AB10
Forms & Strengths
- Tablets: 50mg, 100mg
- Injectable: 1mg/mL
Adult Dosing
- Hypertension: 50-200mg/day
- Angina: 100-200mg/day
- Myocardial Infarction: 100mg/day
Indications
- Hypertension
- Angina pectoris
- Myocardial infarction
- Arrhythmias
Mechanism of Action
- Non-selective beta-blocker
- Decreases heart rate and contractility
- Reduces myocardial oxygen demand
Contraindications
- Asthma
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- Cardiogenic shock
- Severe bradycardia
Adverse Reactions
- Bradycardia
- Hypotension
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Nausea
Drug Interactions
- Verapamil: increased risk of cardiac conduction disorders
- Epinephrine: reduced efficacy
- Clonidine: increased risk of hypotension
Curated Content: Needs Vetting Before Put to Clinical Use