10 Side Effects of Beta Blockers
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Side Effect #9: Bradycardia and Hypotension
Bradycardia occurs when an individual (adult) has a resting heart rate of less than 60 beats per minute. In most cases, bradycardia does not generally produce any symptoms until it drops below 50 beats per minute.
Symptoms include weakness, dizziness, fainting, and sweating. Bradycardia can also occur when the dosage of beta-blockers is too high. Hypotension occurs as beta-blockers slow down the heart rate, which in turn decreases blood pressure.
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