Adrenergic beta-antagonist/Definition
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Drugs that bind to but do not activate beta-adrenergic receptors thereby blocking the actions of beta-adrenergic agonists. Adrenergic beta-antagonists are used for treatment of hypertension, cardiac arrhythmias, angina pectoris, glaucoma, migraine headaches, and anxiety.
Source: Anonymous (2024), Adrenergic beta-antagonist (English). Medical Subject Headings. U.S. National Library of Medicine.