ObjectiveTo observe the effect of irbesartan (Aprovel) and metoprolol (Betaloc) in the treatment of congestive heart failure (CHF) patients.Methods68 cases of CHF patients were randomly divided into two groups.38 cases of treatment group,in addition to conventional treatment, were given oral irbesartan and metoprolol,metoprolol dose to start small and gradually increase.30 cases of the control group were given conventional anti-heart failure treatment.ResultsThe efficacy of treatment group was significantly better than the control group (u=3.564, P=0.000).ConclusionIrbesartan in combination with metoprolol in the treatment of CHF is simple, safe and effective, and is more applicable for patients accompanied by rapid heart rate and blood pressure increase in CHF.

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