Oxeprenolol

Oxeprenolol:

It is non selective beta blocker with intrinsic sympathomimetic activity. Due to its non selectivity, it can also block beta receptors in lungs and cause severe side effects. It passes blood brain barrier more easily than other beta blockers because of its lipophilic property. It is also more likely to cause CNS related side effects due to this property.

Indications: 

Angina pectoris, cardiac arrhythmia, anxiety, hypertension etc

Side effects: 

Dizziness, anxiety, confusion, light headache, skin rashes, hallucinations, fever, bleeding, chest pain, hypotension, heart failure, peripheral vascular disorders, disturbance in libido etc

Dosage Forms:

Oxeprenolol 40 mg tablets
Oxeprenolol 80 mg tablets

Combinations of Oxeprenolol

Brand Names (Company Name):

Trasicor (Novartis)


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