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[How do beta receptor blockers modify physical performance and metabolism?].

W Kindermann1

  • 1Institut für Sportmedizin, Universität des Saarlandes, Saarbrücken, BRD.

Wiener Medizinische Wochenschrift (1946)
|April 15, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Beta-blockers decrease physical endurance and increase muscle fatigue by inhibiting energy metabolism. For physically active individuals, beta 1-selective blockers are recommended to minimize these effects.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular pharmacology
  • Exercise physiology

Context:

  • Beta-blockers are widely prescribed for cardiovascular conditions.
  • Their impact on physical capacity and exercise performance is a significant concern for active individuals.

Purpose:

  • To review the effects of beta-blockers on physical capacity and exercise.
  • To provide guidance on beta-blocker selection for physically active patients.

Summary:

  • Beta-blockers reduce physical capacity by inhibiting lipolysis and glycogenolysis, impairing energy metabolism.
  • Beta 1-selective blockers have less impact on physical capacity than non-selective agents.
  • Non-selective beta-blockers can lead to hypoglycemia.
  • Beta-blockers with intrinsic sympathomimetic activity (ISA) offer no significant advantage.

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Impact:

  • Physicians should consider the impact of beta-blockers on exercise performance.
  • Beta 1-selective blockers are the preferred choice for physically active patients to maintain performance and reduce fatigue.