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• Beta-Blocker Side Effects May Increase Risk of Limb Loss for Users With Severed Artery Disease

  May 15, 2025

  Martha Garcia

  A new study warns that the use of beta-blockers appears to sharply increase the risk of amputation for patients with severe peripheral artery disease.

• Side Effects of Beta Blockers May Increase Risk of Stroke After Surgery: Study

  November 11, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  Study finds that beta blockers may increase the risk of stroke after surgery, leading to calls for further research to determine how the medications can be safely used before medical procedures.

• Some Hypertension Drugs May Increase Risk of Eczema in Older Patients, Study Warns

  June 4, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  A new study links the use of blood pressure medications to an increased risk of eczema, with some types of hypertension medications causing a higher risk than others.

• Beta Blockers Fail to Lower Recurring Heart Attack Risks: Study

  May 1, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  The findings of a new study indicate beta blockers provide few benefits to patients who have suffered a heart attack.

• Beta Blockers May Cause Sleep Problems, But Not Depression: Study

  March 18, 2021

  Martha Garcia

  A new study's findings suggest beta blockers, used to treat heart disease, may cause sleep disorders, but not depression.