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Afib still after ablation in 2013

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devin42
devin42

Has anyone been told you were over abated? Also I have low blood pressure and beta blockers lower pressure. Anyone have suggestions?

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  • devin42
    devin42

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    I only asked if there was something out there that wouldn't lower bp because mine was low prior to ablation and U stated Im on atenolol. All good.
    • devin42
      devin42

      Posted

      Also I haven't been put on any bloid thinners. Should I be?
    • andree777
      andree777 devin42

      Posted

      Devin,

      Your Atenolol is what they call a beta-blocker; it slows your heart rate.

      Cartia is a blood thinner which is often taken with atenolol.  Cartia thins the blood, prevents clotting and reduces the risk of heart attack. 

      A lot of people with AF or other heart problems take either asprin or cartia.  Cartia has a coating on it which  doesn't irritate the stomach lining like asprin does.  I take cartia as I have stomach ulcers and have found it doesn't affect my ulcers which is good.

    • devin42
      devin42 andree777

      Posted

      I guess I should look into that because Ive never been on one and in the meantime I'll take an.asprin. ty!
    • andree777
      andree777 devin42

      Posted

      Yes, I would certainly ask your new cardiologist as most people with AF or heart problems seem to take asprin or cartia.
    • devin42
      devin42 Greebo64

      Posted

      Thank u. Very good info. I am very sensative to meds so I take half. Seems like one of the best meds. Very helpful info.
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