atenolol
noun
Meaning
A medication belonging to the beta-blocker class that reduces the workload on the heart by blocking the effects of adrenaline.
Examples
- He takes a low dose of atenolol every morning to control his hypertension.
- The physician adjusted the patient's atenolol dosage after noticing his resting heart rate had dropped too low.
Synonyms: beta-blocker, heart medication, antihypertensive, cardiovascular agent