Question

A 60-year-old man with stable angina is starting a beta-blocker. Which potential side effect should patients be warned about according to UK prescribing guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Cold extremities and fatigue

Answer

Persistent tachycardia

Answer

Hyperglycaemia always

Answer

Gum hyperplasia

Answer

Reflex bradycardia is never a concern

Practice question

A 60-year-old man with stable angina is starting a beta-blocker. Which potential side effect should patients be warned about according to UK prescribing guidelines?