What are side effects of beta-blockers used for essential tremor?
ANSWER
Beta-blockers aren't right for everyone with essential tremor. Side effects may include:
Some of these side effects may require that the treatment be stopped.
- Slowing heart rate
- Drop in blood pressure
- Fainting
- Apathy
- Fatigue
- Erectile dysfunction
- Depression
From: Drug Treatments for Essential Tremor WebMD Medical Reference
Reviewed by Christopher Melinosky on September 27, 2019
SOURCES:
Mayo Clinic web site.
International Essential Tremor Foundation.
SOURCES:
Mayo Clinic web site.
International Essential Tremor Foundation.
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