Synonyms in a broader sense Beta-receptor blockers Beta-adrenoceptor blocker Β blocker Active principle Beta-blockers (Concor®) used as blood pressure medications influence the level of blood pressure in various ways. They act on the heart as well as centrally, on the vessels and the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system. In all cases they inhibit beta receptors. At the heart, … Concor®
Synonyms in a broader sense Metoprolol Beloc Beta blocker Side effects Beta-blockers such as Beloc zok® can lead to a too slow heartbeat (bradycardia, negative chronotropic). They can also slow down the transfer of excitation (negatively dromotropic, AV block) as well as reduce the strength of the beat (negatively inotropic). Beloc zok® can trigger an … Side effects of Beloc zok
Contraindications Beta-blockers such as Beloc zok® must not be taken in cases of severe heart failure (stage NYHA IV heart failure) and certain forms of cardiac arrhythmia (2nd or 3rd degree AV block). Other contraindications for taking Beloc zok ® are a too slow heartbeat (less than 50 beats per minute at rest) and too … Contraindications | Side effects of Beloc zok
Synonyms Bisohexal, Rivacor, Bilol, Bisacardiol, Beta-blockerBisoprolol belongs to the group of beta-receptor blockers. Beta-receptors, also called beta-adrenoreceptors, are found in various parts of the body and are activated by the hormone adrenaline, which is released by the body during exertion, excitement and tension. Especially many of the beta receptors are located at the heart, which … Bisoprolol
When should Bisohexal® not be used? Absolute contraindications Relative contraindication The anaesthetist should be informed about the intake of bisoprolol before general anaesthesia, as there may be interactions between bisoprolol and the anaesthetics. Special patient groups Since bisoprolol is tolerated differently, it cannot be ruled out that the ability to react when operating machines or … When should Bisohexal® not be used? | Bisoprolol
If I take a beta blocker, can I drink alcohol? Patients taking beta-blockers should avoid the consumption of alcohol. There are several reasons for this. Alcohol has a long-term negative effect on blood pressure. It can increase the systolic value by up to 7 mmHg and the diastolic value by up to 5 mmHg. In … Beta blockers and alcohol
Interactions of beta-blockers Beta blockers, like any other drug, have potential side effects. Interactions with other drugs are also possible. The more medicines you take, the higher the risk of interactions between the different medicines. Patients with high blood pressure or coronary heart disease, in particular, who often take beta-blockers, are given additional drugs to … Interactions of beta-blockers | Beta blockers and alcohol
Synonyms in a broader sense Metoprolol, Beloc Introduction Belok zok® is a drug that is used to treat cardiovascular diseases. It belongs to the ß-blocker (beta-receptor blocker) drug class and contains the drug metoprolol. The beta-receptors are divided into three subgroups. ß1-receptors are found in the heart, where their activation causes the heart to beat … Beloc zok
Dosage form Beloc zok® is usually administered as a tablet. Different dosage levels are available. There are also combination preparations with other active ingredients (e.g. HCT hydrochlorothiazide) and the dosage form as a capsule. Infusion therapy is also available at the clinic. Dosage The dosage of Belok zok depends on the area of application and … Dosage form | Beloc zok
Introduction Beta blockers are used for various heart diseases and high blood pressure. In addition to their effect on the heart and vessels, they can also influence other body functions or organs. The prescription of a beta blocker must therefore be carried out by a doctor who knows the correct dosage and the mechanism of … Effect of beta blockers
Duration of action There are several beta-blockers on the market, which differ in the length of their effect. In pharmacy, we speak of the half-life, it describes the period of time during which half of the drug has been broken down in our body and is therefore a measure of the duration of action. The … Duration of action | Effect of beta blockers
Definition Metoprolol/metohexal belongs to the group of so-called beta-receptor blockers. Beta-blockers are therefore opponents at the beta-receptors. Beta-blockers are used primarily in the cardiovascular system, e.g. to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), as part of a heart attack or in the event of heart failure (cardiac insufficiency). Beta-receptors are not only found on the heart … Metoprolol
