Comparative Effects of Nebivolol and Metoprolol on Female Sexual Function
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2013-04-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Beta-blockers (BB) are an important treatment for high blood pressure and heart disease.
However beta-blockers can cause sexual dysfunction (SD) and this common side effect limits
successful use of this class of medications. Sexual side effects often result in drug
discontinuation, compromising therapy goals. The investigators are conducting the study to
determine if nebivolol, a newer beta blocker that is selective for receptors in the heart and
causes vasodilation in the body causes fewer sexual side effects, or even improves sexual
function, compared with metoprolol succinate.