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Query: Hi doctor, I am 31 years old. I am on Metoprolol tartrate 50 mg twice daily for high blood pressure. I have a history of palpitations. I have noticed my resting heart rate dipping into the low 40s during the day, accompanied by lightheadedness and an uneasy feeling. I have confirmed it with my Garmi... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You are having symptomatic bradycardia, which is due to Metoprolol. The dose of Metoprolol should be reduced to 50 mg once a day, and it should be a sustained-release formulation. Another antihypertensive should be added instead of tablet ... Read Full »
Is high BP the cause of constant morning palpitations?
Query: Hello doctor, For the past eight days I am having mild palpitations both morning and evening. Since, eight years, I am taking tablet Metolar 50 mg for BP. I consulted my doctor, he asked me to get ECG, ECHO and also thyroid tests. I even got lipid profile, kidney and liver function tests done and al... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have worked through your query and understand your health issues. I assure you not to worry. With all the normal laboratory reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity) palpitations in the morning and evenings may be due to anxiety. Anxiety is considered t... Read Full »