[Clinical aspects of use of beta-blockers in the treatment of arterial hypertension].
The author presents a brief account on the mechanisms of action of beta-blockers in arterial hypertension. He mentions mainly clinical aspects of treatment with beta-blockers. A basic classification is presented with an account on different substances. Indications of beta-blockers are discussed as well as their combinations with other hypotensive drugs not only in the treatment of arterial hypertension but also in concomitant diseases such as ischaemic heart disease and other pathological conditions. In the conclusion the author mentions the most frequent side-effects of beta-blockers and their contraindications.
Widimský
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III. interní klinika 1. LF UK, Praha.
D000319:Adrenergic beta-Antagonists / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006801:Humans; D006973:Hypertension / Q000188:drug therapy*
D000319:Adrenergic beta-Antagonists
Klinické aspekty pouzití beta-blokátorů v lécbĕ arteriální hypertenze.