The Zen Masters of-the Cardiovascular System: Beta Blockers

In this episode, the role of Beta Blockers in healthcare is demystified. They work by reducing sympathetic activity to regulate heart rate and blood pressure. They are used in treating conditions such as hypertension, arrhythmias, heart failure, migraines, performance anxiety and thyroid storm. However, their doses need to be carefully adjusted according to individual body mass index and waist circumference, among other things.