Best beta-Adrenergic Blocker for heart failure
Top-rated pick: Inderal La — pharmaranks score 72/100, the highest of the 17 beta-Adrenergic Blocker drugs used for heart failure, ranked by our independent FDA recall-safety score. Compare them with all treatments for heart failure or the full beta-Adrenergic Blocker class. Not medical advice — always consult a professional.
Quick answer: Of the 17 beta-adrenergic blocker drugs we rate for heart failure, 14 are available as lower-cost generics, and most are solution. Our ranking reflects each drug’s FDA recall-safety record — not clinical effectiveness for heart failure; the right choice depends on your situation, so confirm it with your prescriber.
How beta-adrenergic blocker work
Beta-blockers block adrenaline (epinephrine) and noradrenaline from acting on beta-adrenergic receptors, mainly in the heart. This slows the heart rate, reduces how forcefully the heart contracts, and lowers blood pressure, easing the workload on the heart.
Other drug classes for heart failure
Top beta-adrenergic blocker for heart failure: 1. Inderal La · 2. Innopran XL · 3. Betimol
| # | Drug | Rating | Type | Form | Generic? | Pharmacy pays | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 72/100 | Prescription | Capsule | Generic | $2 | View → | |
| 2 | 72/100 | Prescription | Capsule | Generic | $2 | View → | |
| 3 | 70/100 | Prescription | Drops | Generic | $1 | View → | |
| 4 | 58/100 | Prescription | Tablet | Generic | $1 | View → | |
| 5 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Injectable | No data | — | View → | |
| 6 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Injectable | No data | — | View → | |
| 7 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Injectable | No data | — | View → | |
| 8 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Solution | Generic | $2 | View → | |
| 9 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Drops | Generic | $1 | View → | |
| 10 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Capsule | Generic | $1 | View → |
Full ranking · 17 drugs
inderal la
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Inderal La (Propranolol Hydrochloride) is a beta-adrenergic blocker used to treat Angina Pectoris, Esophageal and Gastric Varices, Heart Failure, Hypertension.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$1.51/30· 8 forms Save up to 76% in classinnopran xl
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Innopran XL (Propranolol Hydrochloride) is a beta-adrenergic blocker used to treat Angina Pectoris, Esophageal and Gastric Varices, Heart Failure, Hypertension.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$1.51/30· 8 forms Save up to 76% in class
betimol
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Betimol (Timolol) is a beta-adrenergic blocker used to treat Angina Pectoris, Open-Angle Glaucoma, Heart Failure, Hypertension.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.63· 8 formsatenolol
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Atenolol is a beta-adrenergic blocker used to treat Angina Pectoris, Atrial Fibrillation, Atrial Flutter, Heart Failure.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.66/30· 3 forms Save up to 23% in classbrevibloc
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Brevibloc (Esmolol Hydrochloride) is a beta-adrenergic blocker used to treat Angina Pectoris, Heart Failure, Hypertension, Myocardial Infarction.
Price varies
brevibloc double strength in plastic container
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Brevibloc Double Strength in Plastic Container (Esmolol Hydrochloride) is a beta-adrenergic blocker used to treat Angina Pectoris, Heart Failure, Hypertension, Myocardial Infarction.
Price varies
brevibloc in plastic container
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Brevibloc in Plastic Container (Esmolol Hydrochloride) is a beta-adrenergic blocker used to treat Angina Pectoris, Heart Failure, Hypertension, Myocardial Infarction.
Price varies
hemangeol
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Hemangeol (Propranolol Hydrochloride) is a beta-adrenergic blocker used to treat Angina Pectoris, Esophageal and Gastric Varices, Heart Failure, Hypertension.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$1.51/30· 8 forms Save up to 76% in classistalol
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Istalol (Timolol Maleate) is a beta-adrenergic blocker used to treat Angina Pectoris, Open-Angle Glaucoma, Heart Failure, Hypertension.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.63· 8 formskapspargo sprinkle
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Kapspargo Sprinkle (Metoprolol Succinate) is a beta-adrenergic blocker used to treat Angina Pectoris, Atrial Fibrillation, Atrial Flutter, Heart Failure.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.51/30· 6 formslopressor
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Lopressor (Metoprolol Tartrate) is a beta-adrenergic blocker used to treat Angina Pectoris, Atrial Fibrillation, Atrial Flutter, Heart Failure.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.51/30· 6 formsmetoprolol succinate
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Metoprolol Succinate is a beta-adrenergic blocker used to treat Angina Pectoris, Atrial Fibrillation, Atrial Flutter, Heart Failure.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.51/30· 6 formstenormin
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Tenormin (Atenolol) is a beta-adrenergic blocker used to treat Angina Pectoris, Atrial Fibrillation, Atrial Flutter, Heart Failure.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.66/30· 3 forms Save up to 23% in classtimoptic
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Timoptic (Timolol Maleate) is a beta-adrenergic blocker used to treat Angina Pectoris, Open-Angle Glaucoma, Heart Failure, Hypertension.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.63· 8 formstimoptic in ocudose
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Timoptic in Ocudose (Timolol Maleate) is a beta-adrenergic blocker used to treat Angina Pectoris, Open-Angle Glaucoma, Heart Failure, Hypertension.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.63· 8 formstimoptic-xe
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Timoptic-Xe (Timolol Maleate) is a beta-adrenergic blocker used to treat Angina Pectoris, Open-Angle Glaucoma, Heart Failure, Hypertension.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.63· 8 formstoprol-xl
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Toprol-XL (Metoprolol Succinate) is a beta-adrenergic blocker used to treat Angina Pectoris, Atrial Fibrillation, Atrial Flutter, Heart Failure.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.51/30· 6 formsFrequently asked
- What is the best beta-adrenergic blocker for heart failure?
- By our independent recall-safety rating — not an efficacy measure — inderal la ranks highest among beta-Adrenergic Blocker drugs used for heart failure. Always consult a professional.
- Which beta-adrenergic blocker drugs treat heart failure?
- pharmaranks lists 17 beta-Adrenergic Blocker products used for heart failure, per NIH RxClass drug-classification data — each independently rated and ranked above.
- How are these ranked?
- By our independent score, currently based on FDA regulatory recall-safety data (the methodology blends additional sources as they come online). See the How we rate page.
Where this ranking comes from
Our score is computed from public FDA data — not from opinion, sponsorship or user votes. How we rate.
- FDA Drug Enforcement (recall) database — the recall history behind the safety score
- DailyMed (NIH National Library of Medicine) — the FDA labels we quote for uses, dosing and warnings
- Drugs@FDA — approvals, strengths and marketing status