Question

which of the following medications is classified as a beta blocker?
losartan (cozaar)
hydrochlorothiazide (hydrodiuril)
propranolol (inderal)
amlodipine (norvasc)

Explanation:

• Losartan (Cozaar) is an angiotensin II receptor blocker, not a beta blocker.
• Hydrochlorothiazide (Hydrodiuril) is a thiazide diuretic, not a beta blocker.
• Propranolol (Inderal) is a non - selective beta blocker, which acts on both beta - 1 and beta - 2 adrenergic receptors.
• Amlodipine (Norvasc) is a calcium channel blocker, not a beta blocker.

Answer:

C. Propranolol (Inderal)