Action

Blocks stimulation of beta adrenergic receptor sites; selective for beta₁ (myocardial) receptors in most patients. In some patients (poor metabolizers, higher blood levels may result in some beta₂ [pulmonary, vascular, uterine] adrenergic) blockade

Therapeutic Effect(s):
Lowering of blood pressure

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