Sotalol and Vivid Dreams

[Algienon]

Hi everyone, Sotalol gives me Vivid Dreams.

Has anyone found out how to reduce them if so how please. Has anyone tried Hypnotherapy, if so how did you get on.

Best regards

[BobD Volunteer]

Since sotalol is not recommended for AF in UK this might needs some overseas members to answer.

[PeterWh in reply to BobD]

Algienon

As you are in the UK how long have you been on sotalol? Was it an EP or a cardiologist or a GP who prescribed it?

[Algienon in reply to PeterWh]

Hi PeterWh

Was put on Sotalol by Cardiologist back in 2001 also spoke to a top Cardiologist last year who said he would be loathed to change.

[Goldfish_]

You could try a different beta blocker but it's a common side effect of all, but should in theory be less in those that are less likely to cross to the brain. Otherwise consider a calcium antagonist like verapamil afer discussion with your doctor

[Fenderman]

I have been on sotalol since april of this year and no vivid dreams for me! I was prescribed this drug by an e.p. At leeds lgi.

I do intend to have another appt. with an e.p. As i am worried that its not officially recognised in u.k. Are there other drugs available to try in u.k.

[PeterWh in reply to Fenderman]

Yes. EP may have had a reason but certainly worthwhile asking why. You could contact the arrhythmia nurse or EP's secretary.

[azriverrat]

No vivid dreams when I was on it. But fatigue and depression. Then again was on 240mg twice a day.

[Von19]

I also had vivid dreams on Sotalol which would disturb my sleep and leave me feeling really tired during the day I am now on Amiodorone and feel so much better

[Algienon]

Thanks to all who replied to my post.

Best regards