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How did you wean off Metoprolol?

Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: Feb 21 1:08pm | Replies (543)

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I am experiencing dizziness and nausea, gas and bloating, and insomnia (this is the worst - and I have only found Tylenol PM that I can take with Metoprolol).. I have no appetite and I feel shaky and anxious. I have to admit though I am concerned what others report and the fact that it is hard to wean off of it. Keep in mind, this is the first on-going meds I have had to take, other than antibiotics for a few days etc in the past. I guess the life threatening aspect of it if you don't wean off correctly is scary and the fact that the pharmacist and doctor never explained how dangerous Beta Blockers can be. That's part of my problem too. Not good medical support. We are in Calif and just moved to another town where I could not find a MD primary care provider right away when I had the A-Fib episode. Appts were like months out so I went with a clinic where I see a PA. Also the town does not have any resident cardiologists for the clinic to refer me to and so I wound up driving 45 miles to an 85yr old Cardiologist consultant. I am trying to get referred to a practicing Card, but appts are months ahead or the office just doesn't get back to you. Everyone says to talk with your doctor, but when I called the consultant after I got the Echo report I was told he only works part time and is not in until next Wed. So now I wait another week to go over what I told you earlier - the ejection fraction, mitral valve etc. I probably sound grumpy. Sorry. It's just very stressful and I am trying to stay calm. I know COVID affected the medical field, but this has been going on since the middle of Jan. and it is frustrating to not be able to access professional medical support when I feel my situation is life threatening.

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Thanks for the Bystolic link. I see it is much the same as Metoprolol except for the possibility of sleeplessness, trouble sleeping, unable to sleep, which is my main concern right now with feeling stressed out. The PA told me meds ending in "olol" are similar. I'm glad you told me you did well on Meto though. I had just Googled what is an alternative for Meto and Bystolic was suggested as not having as severe side effects.

Have you considered contacting the nearest university medical school and hospital system? They may have a clinic that can see you.
It is very common in most parts of the US to have to wait and travel for specialty medical appointments. When I needed to see a cardiologist last year, my wait for a call back was 9 days, then another 6 weeks to be seen. For nephrology in our major metro area the wait time is at least 3 months except for emergencies. I am writing this as we are spending our day waiting in a specialty practice for my husband. Yesterday the wait plus visit was 3.5 hours. Really hoping for a shorter time today. Unfortunately it takes years and many dollars to train and equip doctors and their clinics and support staff. As we age, and add the burden of post-Covid patients, I predict this will be a long term thing.
Do you have a university medical school near you?