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Beta blockers can interact with alcohol and caffeine, affect blood sugar awareness, and require monitoring of potassium when combined with other heart medications.
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1 · Your medication
Beta blockers (propranolol, metoprolol, atenolol, bisoprolol) — Beta blockers can interact with alcohol and caffeine, affect blood sugar awareness, and require monitoring of potassium when combined with other heart medications.
Take beta blockers at the same time each day; some work better with food (propranolol, metoprolol, carvedilol), whilst others like atenolol and bisoprolol can be taken with or without. Alcohol can enhance blood pressure-lowering effects, increasing the risk of dizziness and fainting. Beta blockers can mask symptoms of low blood sugar, so people with diabetes should maintain regular meal times and monitor glucose carefully.
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