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beta blocker Definition

• (n) any of various drugs used in treating hypertension or arrhythmia; decreases force and rate of heart contractions by blocking beta-adrenergic receptors of the autonomic nervous system

beta blocker Synonyms

• beta blocker
• beta-adrenergic blocker
• beta-adrenergic blocking agent