
Graves' Disease Support Group
Graves-Basedow disease is a medical disorder that may manifest several different conditions including hyperthyroidism (over activity of thyroid hormone production), infiltrative exophthalmos (protruberance of one or both eyes and associated problems) and infiltrative dermopathy (a skin condition usually of the lower extremities). This disorder is the most common cause of...
Now, I only take it when I feel like I need it, that is when my heart rate is high, or if I'm feeling uncomfortable. However, I did some research on Inderal and there are a lot of side effects..So I try to not rely on it.
You can ask your Doc and see what he/she has to say. :)
the beta blockers are used only to treat SYMPTOMS of hyperthyroidism
Beta Blockers block the peripheral effects of excess thyroid hormone like: palpitations, tachycardia, resting hand tremors, etc
Dr O.
2) They blocks sympathetic stimulation mediated by beta1-adrenergic receptors in the heart and vascular smooth muscle
3) They differ really only in half life. For example atenolol lasts for 24 hours so is taken only once a day.
Dr O.