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I have been taking BP med for many years. Have had two stress tests and monitor studies. First study was probably before pmr started. I was diagnosed with an arrythmia and prescribed metoprolol. The second study was more recent, revealed PSVT and was prescribed flecainide. Both these meds are low doses.
I monitor my BP daily, before dinner, and occasionally get that irregular heartbeat symbol. I saw my cardiologist this week and asked about it. He immediately asked what was my heart rate. It's been normal. He said not to worry unless my heart rate is also elevated.
Best to keep track of these things in a planner book. If I get that irregular heartbeat symbol I would write 135/70 ❤ 67.
My EKG was normal.
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My cardiologist has recently suggested combining a low dose of both metoprolol and flecainide taken together after I had a CT Scan. I had a 2-week bout of irregular heartbeats (with a pacemaker) that warranted the test. At first she said that I would need to be hospitalized for 3 days during the process of combining the 2 drugs. After the test, she said that I could start taking a low dose (50 mg twice a day) of the flecainide together with my regular dose of metoprolog (also 50 mg twice a day). ( I have asked for an explanation of why the hospitalization is no long required and am waiting to hear back.) Any comments on this combination of drugs at this dosage? Worrisome symptoms to contact the doctor about? Other advice? Thank you.
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I guess we all have an irregular heartbeat at times but it concerned me when I was seeing it more often. Just received my report and apparently there is nothing significant to address at this time. Hoping things straighten out once off prednisone this week. I’m sure it will still take time for my body to acclimate for the positive.