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/bˈeɪtə-blˈɑkɪŋ ˈeɪdʒənt/ Listen

Beta-blocking agent

noun

Any of various drugs used in treating hypertension or arrhythmia; decreases force and rate of heart contractions by blocking beta-adrenergic receptors of the autonomic nervous system. Synonyms: beta-adrenergic blocker, beta-adrenergic blocking agent, beta blocker.

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