Betaxolol
Betaxolol
Betaxolol (pronounced: be-TAX-oh-lol) is a Beta blocker medication primarily used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and glaucoma. It is a selective beta1 receptor blocker, which means it specifically targets these receptors in the heart to lower blood pressure and slow heart rate.
Etymology
The term "Betaxolol" is derived from the class of drugs it belongs to, known as Beta blockers, and the suffix "-olol" which is commonly used in the names of these types of medications.
Usage
Betaxolol is used to treat high blood pressure and glaucoma. It works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect reduces heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Betaxolol include dizziness, tiredness, and nausea. Serious side effects may include heart failure, a slow heartbeat, and low blood pressure. Betaxolol should not be used by people with severe heart failure or slow heart rate.
Related Terms
- Beta blocker: A class of medications that are particularly used to manage abnormal heart rhythms, and to protect the heart from a second heart attack (myocardial infarction) after a first heart attack (secondary prevention).
- Hypertension: Also known as high blood pressure, it's a long-term medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated.
- Glaucoma: A group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, the health of which is vital for good vision. This damage is often caused by an abnormally high pressure in your eye.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Betaxolol
- Wikipedia's article - Betaxolol
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