Beta blockers are drugs that reduce high blood pressure and are prescribed for adults who suffer from hypertension, a leading cause of heart disease. According to a study published in Hypertension, researchers from the University of Bologna found that women taking beta-blockers for high blood pressure have a nearly 5% higher risk for heart failure than men when they present to hospitals with acute coronary syndrome.
High Blood Pressure Dr.ug Linked to Heart Failure, Study Shows
