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Sectral

Sectral

6.5
A medicine that lowers high blood pressure and slows the heart
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : Sectral
  • My doctor prescribed Sectral to help control my blood pressure.

Examples

  • You should not stop taking Sectral suddenly without consulting your physician.

  • After starting Sectral, she noticed her heart rate became more regular.

  • My doctor prescribed Sectral for my high blood pressure.

  • Have you ever taken Sectral before?

  • My doctor prescribed Sectral to help manage my high blood pressure effectively.

  • After using Sectral regularly, he reported a significant improvement in his heart condition.

  • It's important to take Sectral as directed to avoid potential complications with your heart health.

Synonyms

acebutolol
vsSectral
  • Specialized
1 8.4

A medicine taken by mouth to lower blood pressure and treat some heart problems

is the brand name used for the same medication rather than the generic name

Surface Forms

Sectral singular
Sectrals plural

Etymology

Sectral is a brand name for the drug acebutolol, a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and some heart problems. A helpful way to remember Sectral is to think of Sec- like 'secure' and -tral like 'control', because the medicine helps 'control' heart rate and blood pressure.