Beta-blocking Agent (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various drugs used in treating hypertension or arrhythmia; decreases force and rate of heart contractions by blocking beta-adrenergic receptors of the autonomic nervous system.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed a beta-blocking agent to help lower the patient's high blood pressure.
- Beta-blocking agents are commonly used to treat arrhythmias, such as atrial fibrillation.
- The medication, a beta-blocking agent, was effective in reducing the frequency of the patient's angina attacks.
- The study compared the efficacy of different beta-blocking agents in managing hypertension in patients with kidney disease.
- The cardiologist recommended a beta-blocking agent to slow the patient's rapid heart rate and reduce the risk of heart failure.