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Does betablocker like propanol prevent calcium entering into arties ,if there is excess calcium it prevents from entering in artier even in small dose like 10 mg
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No calcium channel blocker drug wud serv purpose if any abnormality assosciated with calcium pump in heart
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No. Propranolol does NOT block calcium entry.
It works by blocking beta receptors, not calcium channels.
Calcium channel blockers are different medicines.
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No. Beta-blockers like propranolol do NOT prevent calcium from entering arteries or blood vessels.
Propranolol works by blocking beta-adrenergic receptors, which:
• Reduce heart rate
• Reduce force of heart contraction
• Lower blood pressure
• Reduce effects of adrenaline
It does not block calcium channels and does not stop calcium deposition in arteries.
Medicines that block calcium entry into heart and blood vessel muscle cells are called calcium channel blockers (e.g., amlodipine, diltiazem, verapamil) — not beta-blockers.
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If you are concerned about high calcium levels, get blood tests done (serum calcium, vitamin D, PTH).
• If you have blood pressure or heart-related symptoms, consult a physician before starting or stopping any medication.
• Do not self-medicate with propranolol for calcium-related concerns.
Health Tips
Do not confuse beta-blockers with calcium channel blockers — they work differently.
• Propranolol should only be taken on medical advice, as it may cause low pulse, low BP, or breathing issues in some people.
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Wrong information..there is no role of betablocker in calcium...
There are other drugs like CCBs which has effect on calcium
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There is no corelation between Beta blocker and calcium absorption.
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