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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Result, researchers do not know how specific dosages of beta-blockers might respond to various quantities of alcohol. In general, alcohol may decrease the effectiveness of beta-blockers, possibly by changing their release into the body or the speed at which the body metabolizes them. Alcohol, especially excessive drinking, may also lead to high blood pressure and heart rhythm issues, as well as chronic health issues — such as high cholesterol — that increase the risk of heart disease. A person taking a beta-blocker for a heart condition may see fewer benefits if they drink alcohol, especially in large quantities. Alcohol may also increase the risk of certain beta-blocker side effects, particularly when it causes the body to absorb an extended-release formula more quickly. Some beta-blocker side effects include: dizzinessnauseafeeling cold confusion shortness of breathlow blood pressure trouble sleepingIn addition to decreasing the effectiveness of beta-blockers, alcohol may increase the risk of the more severe effects of these drugs. These include worsening heart failure and arterial insufficiency. Suddenly stopping beta-blockers may cause life threatening health issues, such as thyroid storm, in people with hyperthyroidism. A thyroid storm affects the body’s ability to regulate many systems, making it a medical emergency. People should never stop using beta-blockers just so that they can drink. Similarly, a person who drinks and then experiences worrying side effects should call a doctor but continue taking the beta-blocker. The risk of suddenly stopping beta-blockers is usually higher than the risk of having a drink or two with these drugs. Beta-blockers, which doctors sometimes call beta adrenergic blocking agents, slow or stop the release of the hormones epinephrine and norepinephrine (sometimes called adrenaline and noradrenaline) in some parts of the body. In doing so, they slow the heart rate and reduce the force with which the heart pumps, lowering blood pressure.These drugs may help with certain heart health issues, including: heart and chest pain (angina)heart rhythm irregularities, such as atrial fibrillation high blood pressure heart failureBeta-blockers may also prevent heart attacks in people with a history of this cardiovascular event. In some cases, people may take them to treat
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