Abnormal heart rate is when the heartbeats are slow, fast, or irregular. These irregularities in the heartbeats are called arrhythmia. Most heart arrhythmias are harmless, but in some cases, it can be due to structural or functional defects in the heart.
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Why do I have sodium blockade in heart after taking Amitriptyline and Diflucan?
Query: Hi doctor, I am concerned about the sodium blockade in my heart after using Amitriptyline and Diflucan. I am experiencing tachycardia, bradycardia, and shortness of breath. My heart rate is elevated upon standing. It increases up to 135 beats per minute. It settles down on sitting. At midnight, I w... Read Full »
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