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A Guide to Understanding What Drugs Are Alpha Beta Blockers

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According to the Cochrane Library, alpha and beta dual receptor blockers are commonly used to treat high blood pressure, and drugs in this class include carvedilol and labetalol. As a subclass of adrenergic blocking agents, these medications uniquely inhibit both alpha-1 and beta-adrenergic receptors, offering a dual mechanism of action for managing cardiovascular conditions.