A number of comparative studies have been performed with metoprolol, a β 1-selective "second-generation" β blocker, and carvedilol, a nonselective and vasodilatative "third-generation" β blocker.
This patient also had preexisting cardiovascular conditions and was receiving amiodarone, hydrochlorothiazide ... insulin, metoprolol, digoxin, acetaminophen, clonazepam, NTG infusion, furosemida ...