Use a Beta-Blocker in CAD Patients with Hypertension

June 2015

New Am Heart Assn recommendations will clarify how to treat hypertension in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD).

Choose meds that control symptoms and reduce CV events in these patients with angina, post MI, or heart failure.

Use a beta-blocker, ACEI or ARB, and thiazide in most patients.

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Table of Contents

Cardiology Don't Think of Corlanor as a Replacement for Beta-Blockers for Heart Failure
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Infectious Diseases Continue to Cover for Atypicals in Hospitalized Pneumonia Patients
Diabetes Choose Metformin Add-Ons Based on Their Pros and Cons
Constipation Don't Count on Stool Softeners to Help Opioid-Induced Constipation
Interactions Watch for Interactions Between Amiodarone and Hep C Meds
Substance Use Disorder Be Aware Adult Beverages Now Come "Ready for Reconstitution"
Hypertension Use a Beta-Blocker in CAD Patients with Hypertension
Coupons & Discounts Think Twice Before Giving Out Free Drug Coupons
Sunscreens Debunk Myths About Sunscreens
Substance Use Disorder Consider Pill Reminder Apps for Teenagers