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