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Hi over past 12 months have been having loads of palpitations and erratic heartbeats, last visit to A&E on Tuesday, heart was going from my normal 72 to 108 within seconds and I could feel constant banging in chest over the weekend. Had blood work, ECG, chest X ray all normal. Doctor said she thinks it may be my thyroid and whilst waiting for results have been given 40mg propranolol per day to slow heartbeat. I am also being sent for 24 hour heart monitor. My question is will it make my heartbeat too slow, I already feel whoozy with heart racing so am a bit concerned to be taking this. No explanation was given apart from that it will not hurt me, take it for 2 weeks and see what happens. I read the leaflet and actually cut the pill in half because it does say for thyroid related problems 10mg - 40mg 2 - 3 times per day so wanted to start on the low side. You know what it is like, I took the pill 30 mins ago and am sitting here waiting for something to happen, especially after reading the problems with stomach as I suffer badly with GERD. Any advice greatly appreciated.
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morgan35312 youngatheart1
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Is it possible the erratic heart rate and palpitations could be anxiety? I know that I have those side effects when I'm having a panic attack.
The propranolol doesn't slow the heat rate drastically, just a little. You really should feel nothing after you take it other than a little calmer and more relaxed. I wouldn't expect your heart rate to drop too much.
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davhill youngatheart1
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First off, don't be concerned . Propanolol is one of the less aggressive beta blockers and generally has fewer side effects than others.
It will slow your heart rate, which is what it's supposed to do. But like other such compounds it reduce the heart's demand for oxygen..it improves efficiency in this respect.
Beta blockers also reduce the effect of adrenaline. This is why they're often prescribed for anxiety.
I've been taking the slow release version of propanolol (half beta prograne) at 80mg per day for a month now. It has the same active ingredient but lasts for 24 hours.
My heart rate varies from 46 to 52/ minute at present.
All I found is that the pills make me feel tired but not too badly. I also found at the start that I was getting dizziness from standing up too fast (orthostatic hypotension). This is easily accommodated...all it takes is a little forethought.
Remember, the pills will control your heart and nothing drastic will happen.
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