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Beta Blockers and PPH

Beta blockers are a specific type of medication used to treat a number of different medical conditions. Most commonly, they are used in the treatment and management of cardiac arrhythmias, protection following myocardial infarction (heart attack), and for hypertension.

There are a number of different types of beta blockers, and not all of them can be used unilaterally to treat all medical conditions.

What do Beta Blockers Do?

While different beta blockers perform specific and focused actions, in general, beta blockers work to block the action of endogenous catecholamines (for example, adrenaline) on beta receptors in the central nervous system. Specifically, it affects the part of the central nervous system responsible for controlling a persons “fight or flight” response, and because of this, are used in some situations to calm down a nervous individual.

Adverse Reactions

While there are some medical benefits to using beta blockers to treat pulmonary hypertension, many doctors avoid it as a first treatment option because it has a history of causing diabetes in hypertension patients.

Additionally, as with any medication, there are a number of side effects that can come with use of the drug. In the case of beta blockers, common side effects include

• Low blood pressure
• Slowed heart rate
• Loss of sleep
• Depression
• Nausea
• Headaches
• Muscle cramps
• Sexual dysfunction

If you have been diagnosed with primary pulmonary hypertension, or if you have experienced adverse reactions to hypertension treatment, you may be in a position to claim damages for your medical condition.

Speak with a PPH Attorney

Contact the PPH lawyers of Williams Kherkher today at 800-220-9341 to discuss your situation with a qualified and experienced legal professional.