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Discuss the pharmacology related to 2). beta 1 and 2 antagonist

Discuss the pharmacology related to
2). beta 1 and 2 antagonist

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Beta antagonists or beta-blockers are the categories of drugs which bind to the beta-adrenoceptors and block the binding of the epinephrine and norepinephrine chemical mediators on these receptors. They are either selective or non-selective to block both beta-1  as well as  beta-2  adrenoceptors.

Beta-blockers are prominantly work on the cardiac tissue, the heart conducting system as well as on contracting myocytes. The heart includes both β1 and β2 adrenoceptors, but majorly β1.

Common examples of beta blockers are: Propanalol, metaprolol, atenol

Mostly used in the hypertension management.

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