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PVCs gone for 10 years came back with a vengeance been to the ER twice
Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: Sep 7, 2025 | Replies (8)Comment receiving replies
Interesting comments here. Was it your Holter monitor report that showed how many PVC's in 24 hours?
Did you have a stress test?
Are you on any medications?
I was prescribed Metoprolol 100 mg in 2023 after EKG, Holter Monitor, Echo and stress test. Had no symptoms.
I've noticed my BP is lower than my usual low. Most often averages 117/80. Then after RX 106/71 Experiencing some lightheadness . I recently reduced dose to half (pill is scored) and have follow-up appointment with Cardiologist October 29th.
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It's probably a smart initial response to cut back on the metoprolol to see. It's not like your life depends on it, and it's not an anti-arrhythmic effect you're looking for...just to keep heart rate lower and the heart a bit calmer. And, it is good for incipient hypertension.
It would be good for a thorough checkup to ensure it is only the 'unneeded' dosage of metoprolol that can be changed, and not some other issue that has crept up on both you and your physician. So, sure, go easier on the metoprolol, but do keep an open mind on other potential conditions/developments that need addressing that have nothing to do with metoprolol.