Beta blockers (alpha/beta)
- Block beta receptors plus alpha-1
- Labetalol/carvedilol are prototypes
- Lower HR plus vascular resistance
- Labetalol: HTN/pregnancy emergencies
- Carvedilol: HFrEF + hypertension
- Bradycardia/orthostasis remain class effects
Class at a glance
- Block beta receptors plus alpha-1
Practical pearls
- Labetalol/carvedilol are prototypes
Safety / monitoring
- Labetalol: HTN/pregnancy emergencies
- Bradycardia/orthostasis remain class effects
Clinical role
- Lower HR plus vascular resistance
- Carvedilol: HFrEF + hypertension
Self-check
- What are key uses of labetalol?
Hypertension and pregnancy emergencies.
- What are key uses of carvedilol?
HFrEF and hypertension.
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