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How to control side effects of flecainide/metoprolol?
Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: Feb 27 11:43pm | Replies (15)Comment receiving replies
Before and after my cardiogram procedure (a procedure to treat AFIB) I was put on Flecainide. . I recently discontinued taking it but am experiencing severe muscle weakness in all my joints and arthritis in both hands. Has anyone had the same experience?
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I developed the muscle/joint problem soon after being put on Flecainide.It has been noted that this is a possible side effect.
Hello @r0secrane. I combined your discussion with an existing discussion titled, "How to control side effects of flecainide/metoprolol?" - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/how-to-control-side-effects-of-flecainidemetoprolol/.
@gia talked about experiencing side effects on flecainide as well and may be able to share some of their experiences as well.
@r0secrane, has an alternative been discussed with you in regards to treatment? What did your provider say as to how to proceed forward with the symptoms you experienced as a result of taking flecainide?
Hello there,
I took flex abide for two month and discontinued due to my blood sugar dropping and other bad side effects.
I felt really weak and had mild joint pain for about one week. After that it slowly got better. Took about three weeks for me. I now take the flecanide off and on as needed because everything I have tried causes me even more problems. Hope this helps. Be well!
I am female, 64. Had PVCs for three years now.
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I have been on Flecanide for a year now .
Why did you stop taking the medicine?
Since you stopped you have this problem????