Hi, Mary here- reading others stories is beneficial. AFIB is quite concerning at times-I’ve taken Eliquis, metoprolol and flecenide for 2 years and practice many tactics for stopping episodes before getting out the tartrate bottle. The main ones are drinking ice cold water and deep coughing. Stopped alcohol and caffeine- walk a lot every day. Reading of other ways for preventing or stopping it are greatly appreciated. Yes, hydration is critical.