Which Class of Drugs That is Used to Treat Hypertension

Question

Which class of drugs that is used to treat hypertension does propranolol belong to?
A) ACE inhibitors
B) diuretics
C) beta blockers
D) vasodilators

Accepted Answer

Propranolol belongs to the class of drugs known as beta blockers which work by blocking the effects of adrenaline on the beta receptors in the heart and blood vessels, leading to a decrease in heart rate and blood pressure.