New study questions the universal use of beta-blockers post-heart attack, especially in women with normal heart function.

Recent studies show that beta-blockers, commonly prescribed after a heart attack, may not benefit all patients. While they help those with mildly impaired heart function, their effectiveness for patients with normal heart function remains unclear. A study found that women with normal heart function treated with beta-blockers had a higher risk of death or hospitalization compared to those not taking the drug, suggesting a need for gender-specific treatment approaches. The findings suggest that the standard use of beta-blockers in heart attack patients may need to be reconsidered.