Esmolol
Information about Esmolol
Esmolol Uses
Esmolol is used in the treatment of Arrhythmia and hypertensive emergency.
How Esmolol works
Esmolol is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
Common side effects of Esmolol
Headache, Dizziness, Vomiting, Asymptomatic hypotension, Symptomatic hypotension, Infusion site reaction
Expert advice for Esmolol
- It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
- Do not stop taking Esmolol suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.