Beta blocker

/bˈiːtə blˈɒkə/

/bˈeɪɾə blˈɑːkɚ/

Beta blocker

any of various drugs used in treating hypertension or arrhythmia; decreases force and rate of heart contractions by blocking beta-adrenergic receptors of the autonomic nervous system

synonyms : beta-adrenergic blocker

beta-adrenergic blocking agent

beta-blocking agent

Examples

1. Beta blockers can come with risks and side effects, though.

2. Or they bind to beta blockers.

3. I didn't take a beta blocker.

4. Beta blockers work by, well, blocking this system.