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How did you wean off Metoprolol?

Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: Sep 19 7:56am | Replies (551)
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@jovigrace

That's my dose, and I'm have gained 40 lbs in 6 months! My hair is also thinning and my skin looks terrible!

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Jul 4, 2021

Hi @jovigrace, I can see you're concerned about the rapid weight gain and other side effects from metroprolol. I think you'll find this article from Mayo Clinic informative:
- Beta blockers: Do they cause weight gain? https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-pressure/expert-answers/beta-blockers/faq-20058385

Have you talked to your cardiologist about the weight gain? It is important to distinguish whether this in normal and expected weight gain or possibly problematic like buildup of fluid. It might be a medical issue or perhaps a different beta blocker would work better for you. How long have you been taking metroprolol?

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