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Special Considerations for Beta Blockers (Drug for Hypertension)-By Edterchelle Soriano

Beta blocker is one of the most effective pharmaceutical treatments for hypertension. It is commonly prescribed by the medical doctors to people with high blood pressure. Moreover, there are special considerations that they need to understand before taking the drug. This goes with the dosage, route of administration and interaction of the drug to other oral medications taken by the users. Below are the common side effects (adverse reactions) of beta blockers: Lightheadedness (dizziness) Fatigability (excessive  tiredness) Blurring of vision Cold feet and hands Slow heart rate (below 60 beats per minute) Nausea and diarrhea (watery stool) However, there are side effects that can affect the neurological (nervous system) of the users. It has lesser effects but if the drug is consumed for more than what is prescribed, this will lead to serious problems. Poor sleeping pattern (insomnia) Loss of libido (lack of sex drive) Mental problem (depression) For male users, it can

Sexual Intercourse after Heart Attack-By Edterchelle Soriano

One of the most pressing issue concerning after a heart attack is the resumption of sexual intercourse. According to the Center for Cardiovascular Health, there are several people who suffered from heart attack are anxious in engaging to sex. Moreover, most of them are worried of getting the second attack. Other times, they are preoccupied with thoughts of dying. Specialists quoted that having sex after the heart attack has low chances of getting another attack. Otherwise, they have underlying complications that can worsen the condition of the heart. Partners of people suffered from heart attack are anxious, as well. They are afraid of traumatizing their wife/husband if they die during or after sexual intercourse. According to the specialists from Women’s Cardiac Center based in New York, they encountered several women who suffered from this condition are oblivious with the signs and symptoms of another attack. Additionally, depression is often associated with heart attack. The