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Govt flags risks in some heart medicines

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July 05, 2025

Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) has issued an alert on widely-prescribed beta-blockers (heart medications), saying that these drugs can cause severe adverse reactions, including erectile dysfunction and psoriasis (a chronic skin condition).

- Priyanka Sharma

Beta-blockers, often prescribed by doctors to manage abnormal heart rhythms, prevent heart attacks, and treat migraines, are a cornerstone in cardiovascular care.

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