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What Are Metoprolol Side Effects When Prescribed for High Blood Pressure?

Beta blockers such as atenolol, metoprolol and propranolol are prescribed for hypertension. Readers ask about metoprolol side effects.

Joe Graedon - April 10, 2024

How Helpful Are Beta Blockers After Heart Attacks?

Joe Graedon - March 28, 2024

A Brand New Blood Pressure Drug: Tryvio (Aprocitentan)

Terry Graedon - March 14, 2024

Show 1378: Rediscovering the Power of Medicinal Herbs

Terry Graedon - March 7, 2024

Tai Chi Helps Blood Pressure Control

Terry Graedon - February 15, 2024

Salt Substitute Can Cut the Risk of High Blood Pressure

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Joe Graedon - February 7, 2024

Is New Weight Loss Drug Zepbound Better than Wegovy?

The FDA approved Mounjaro (tirzepatide) 5/13/22 for type 2 diabetes and Zepbound for weight management on 11/8/23. Does it also lower BP?

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Joe Graedon - February 4, 2024

Generic Metoprolol Reveals Flaws With FDA’s Approval Process

We've been hearing about problems with generic metoprolol since 2007. They're still coming in. Is brand name Toprol XL now affordable?