Heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the U.S. for 100 years, according to the American Heart Association’s 2024 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics report. For decades, beta-blockers ...

An unlikely byproduct of the Oscars red-carpet coverage last Sunday? The mention of beta blockers by actor Rachel Sennott, who told a host that her pre-event routine is to “take that beta blocker, ...

Like all medicines, beta-blockers can cause side effects. Some of the most common ones include feeling tired, having cold ...

Medically reviewed by Patricia Mikula, PharmD Key Takeaways Beta-blockers may not reduce the risk of death or repeat heart attacks for patients with preserved heart function.Women may face higher ...

If you have an abnormal heart rhythm or another heart condition like high blood pressure, a beta-blocker may be a key part of your treatment plan. Beta-blockers, such as atenolol, metoprolol, and ...

Psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Amen explains how beta blockers work for anxiety by blocking adrenaline effects, as the medication is ...

Experts fear young Australians are being seduced by social media buzz around using cardiovascular medication, which has been involved in hundreds of deaths nationwide, for anxiety.

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Beta blockers may provide no clinical benefit to patients who maintain normal heart function following a heart attack, according to a study published Aug. 30 in The New England Journal of Medicine.

A. For decades, doctors prescribed anti-anxiety agents such as diazepam (Valium) or alprazolam (Xanax) to help patients overcome stage fright. But these benzodiazepines can affect behavior, and ...

Dr. Cindy Grines answers the question: 'Why Should I Take My Beta Blocker?' — -- Question: I hate taking my beta blocker. It makes me feel tired. Why should I take it? Answer: Well, a lot of ...

Influencers have described propranolol as a magic pill that eases nervous jitters in all kinds of settings. Prescriptions are on the rise, especially for young women.