The relationship between the use of antihypertensive drugs (Beta (β) Blockers) and conditions in the oral cavity

Introduction: Hypertension is a dangerous disease, because it is related to the risk of cardiovascular disease. This disease is considered a global problem in the health sector that often occurs in Indonesia because it can increase premature death rates as well as a large burden of health costs due to long-term therapy. In systemic diseases such as hypertension, patients need to take antihypertensive drugs, one of which is included in the beta-blocker class. These drugs are susceptible to oral cavity infections, which affect protein levels in saliva. 

Objective: To determine the relationship between the use of beta blocker antihypertensive drugs to the occurrence of xerostomia and changes in taste in the oral cavity. 

Method: This study uses the literature review method by searching the literature by reading various books, journals and publications related to the topic. 

Results: The results of the study found that there was an effect of using beta-blocker antihypertensive drugs on the occurrence of xerostomia due to a decrease in the rate of secretion of salivary stimulation. 

Conclusion: There is a relationship between the use of beta blocker antihypertensive drugs and the condition of the oral cavity.