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Can beta blockers such as propranolol or toprol (metoprolol) help prevent ventricular fibrillation in susceptible individuals?
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Beta Blockers: Yes. Beta blockers are antiarrythmic medications as well as an anti-hypertensive medication. It counteracts the effects of catacholamines like Epinephrine which can cause tachycardia, hypertension and in susceptible individuals ventricular fibrillation.
Answered 6/25/2014
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