Carvedilol (Coreg) and labetalol are both non-selective beta-blockersused to treathypertension and heart failure.
Therapeutic substitutionis allowed whentwo drugs have similar effects but different chemical structures.
Carvedilol is often used in place of labetalol, especially in heart failure patients.
Why Other Options Are Incorrect:
A. Albuterol?❌Abronchodilator for asthma/COPD, not a beta-blocker.
C. Tramadol?❌Apain reliever (opioid-like), not a beta-blocker.
D. Estradiol?❌Ahormone replacement therapy, not a beta-blocker.
????Reference:PTCE Medication Classification Guide, FDA Beta-Blocker Comparisons.
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