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Lopressor, Toprol XL
Indicationtachyarrhythmias, HTN, angina, prevention of MI, heart failure management, may be used for migraine prophylaxis
Actionblocks the stimulation of beta1 receptors in the SNS, does not usually effect on beta2 receptors (cardioselective)
Therapeutic Classantianginal, antihypertensive
Pharmacologic Classbeta blocker
Nursing Considerations• monitor hemodynamics • may lead to bradycardia, pulmonary edema • use caution with MAOIs • assess I&Os and monitor for signs of CHF
By Jon Haws, RN CCRN Alumnus4.4
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Lopressor, Toprol XL
Indicationtachyarrhythmias, HTN, angina, prevention of MI, heart failure management, may be used for migraine prophylaxis
Actionblocks the stimulation of beta1 receptors in the SNS, does not usually effect on beta2 receptors (cardioselective)
Therapeutic Classantianginal, antihypertensive
Pharmacologic Classbeta blocker
Nursing Considerations• monitor hemodynamics • may lead to bradycardia, pulmonary edema • use caution with MAOIs • assess I&Os and monitor for signs of CHF

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