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Heart Disease (Expert Forum)
Medications
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Doctor's Answer
by CCF-M.D.-CRC, May 23, 2001 12:00AM
Dear Bushkey,
Lopressor belongs to the family of drugs called beta-blockers.
These drugs work to lower the heart rate and blood pressure and are generally well tolerated. Potential side effects are slow heart rate, depression and erectile dysfunction. They should be used with caution in combination with calcium channel blockers.
Diovan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers and is similar to ACE inhibitors. They lower the effects of angiotension and are also generally well tolerated. The main side effects to watch for are cough, swelling and renal disturbances. They are safe to combine with beta-blockers.
Maxide is a diuretic and is safe to stop without a taper.
Lopressor belongs to the family of drugs called beta-blockers.
These drugs work to lower the heart rate and blood pressure and are generally well tolerated. Potential side effects are slow heart rate, depression and erectile dysfunction. They should be used with caution in combination with calcium channel blockers.
Diovan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers and is similar to ACE inhibitors. They lower the effects of angiotension and are also generally well tolerated. The main side effects to watch for are cough, swelling and renal disturbances. They are safe to combine with beta-blockers.
Maxide is a diuretic and is safe to stop without a taper.
Member Comments (3)
by rjohnw, May 25, 2001 12:00AM
I am a 31 year old female with a heart murmur. How often should I have a electrocardiogram done? Is there any surgery for this condition?
by snodgrass, May 31, 2001 12:00AM
six weeks ago i received a pacemaker and the dr. also prescribed betapace. what have others noted as to side affects? I have been extremely tired and lethargic. Any suggestions please?
