Generic name: acebutolol [ A-se-BUE-toe-lol ]
Brand name: Sectral
Dosage form: oral capsule (200 mg; 400 mg)
Drug classes:Cardioselective beta blockers, Group II antiarrhythmics
What is acebutolol?
Acebutolol is a beta-blocker. Beta-blockers affect the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins).
Acebutolol is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and heart rhythm disorders.
Acebutolol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use acebutolol if you have a serious heart condition such as "AV block" (2nd or 3rd degree), severe heart failure, or slow heartbeats that have caused you to faint.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use acebutolol if you are allergic to it, or if you have a serious heart condition such as:
AV block (2nd or 3rd degree);
severe heart failure; or
slow heartbeats that have caused you to faint.
To make sure acebutolol is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
coronary artery disease (hardened arteries);
peripheral vascular disease such as Raynaud's syndrome;
a history of heart failure;
a heart condition for which you take digoxin (digitalis) or a diuretic ("water pill");
asthma,
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