⚠️ Medication Alert
Beware the Hidden Wolf
Just like the wolf in “Red Riding Hood” disguises itself, beta blockers can mask the warning signs of hypoglycemia — making lows harder to detect and potentially more dangerous.
👀 Why?
Beta blockers block the effects of adrenaline, the hormone responsible for symptoms like:
- 💓Racing heartbeat
- 💦Sweating
- 🤯Shaking, anxiety, nervousness
💊 Common Beta Blockers
Metoprolol • Atenolol • Bisoprolol • Nadolol • Carvedilol • Sotalol • Timolol • Nebivolol • Propranolol
✅ Takeaway
If you’re on these meds, be extra vigilant with blood sugar monitoring. Do not stop beta blockers unless advised by your healthcare team.