Propanolol (Noun)
Meaning
The first beta blocker (trade name Inderal) used in treating hypertension and angina pectoris and essential tremor.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Propranolol is commonly used to treat high blood pressure and to prevent heart attacks.
- The doctor prescribed propranolol to help control the patient's hypertension.
- Propranolol is also used to treat performance anxiety and tremors caused by nervousness.
- The medication propranolol was originally developed to treat heart conditions such as angina.
- The patient was taking propranolol to control her heart rate and reduce her symptoms of anxiety.