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Beta blockers

Examples of beta blockers

Some beta blockers mainly affect the heart. Other beta blockers affect both the heart and blood vessels. Several beta blockers are available. The best one for you depends on your overall health.

Examples of beta blockers taken by mouth include:

  • Acebutolol.
  • Atenolol (Tenormin).
  • Bisoprolol.
  • Metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL).
  • Nadolol.
  • Nebivolol (Bystolic).
  • Propranolol (Inderal LA, InnoPran XL).