| name: | Rx Acebutolol |
| also known as: | Rx Sectral; Rx Prent; Gen-Acebutolol; Novo-Acebutolol; Nu-Acebutolol; Beta-Adrenergic Blocker |
| also see: | High Blood Pressure; Ventricular Arrhythmia; Beta Blockers |
| description: | Adult Dosing High Blood Pressure 400-800 mg PO qd or 200 mg PO bid to max 1200 mg/d Ventricular Arrhythmia 600-1200 mg PO qd or 200 mg PO bid Str. 200 mg, 400 mg Glossary Rx Terms |
| signs & symptoms: | Contraindications/Cautions congestive heart failure 2nd and 3rd degree AV block hypotension pulmonary disease caution if diabetes mellitus, impaired liver function, impaired renal function Serious Reactions congestive heart failure bronchospasm Common Reactions fatigue dizziness headache arthralgia myalgias edema chest pain depression constipation diarrhea dyspepsia nausea dyspnea insomnia urinary frequency blurred vision rash sexual dysfunction taste changes Pregnancy Class: B Lactation: Safe Metabolism: liver Excretion: feces and urine DEA: not controlled Mechanism of Action: selective beta 1 blocker |
Last updated 3/30/2007