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Can a beta blocker damage the heart?
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Beta Blockers: Beta blockers, like many other heart or blood pressure medications, have significant side effects. But, in general beta blockers are very safe for the patient. These are some of the most popular or commonly used medications for hypertension and such so if there were problems millions and millions of people would be at risk.
Answered 9/10/2013
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Beta blockers-heart: Beta blockers are very commonly used medications by numerous doctors in the usa. Used properly under doctors supervision, these medications will not damage your heart.
Answered 9/10/2013
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