Beta blockers are go-to meds for many people who've survived a heart attack. However, new Swedish research has found that they might not be needed for heart attack survivors whose hearts have retained a normal pumping ability. Advertisement Using them in ...

Beta Blockers Unnecessary for Folks Without Heart Failure; May Be Linked to Depression By Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Nov. 12, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Beta blockers are go-to meds for many people who've survived a heart attack. However ...

Common heart medications, like beta blockers, could have side effects including triggering depression in heart attack patients.

All patients who have had a heart attack are typically treated using beta blockers. According to a Swedish study conducted earlier this year, this drug is unlikely to be needed for those heart patient

All patients who have had a heart attack are typically treated using beta blockers. According to a Swedish study conducted earlier in 2024, this drug is unlikely to be needed for those heart patients who have normal pumping ability.

Researchers show beta-blockers are unlikely to be needed for those heart patients who have a normal pumping ability. The drugs also increase the risk these patients will become depressed by the treatment.

All patients who have had a heart attack are typically treated using beta blockers. According to a Swedish study conducted earlier this year, this drug is unlikely to be needed for those heart patients who have a normal pumping ability.