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Propranolol

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Is this a suitable beta blocker for AF, heart rate?? So many nasty effects from bisoprolol and nebivolol, thought I'd find one that feels better.

Anybody take it, and with good results?

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Any 'lol tends to be a beta blocker and it really is about trying till you find one which works for you.

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this is the original beta blocker. In theory all the others are supposed to have advantages, but we're all different so it may suit you. Fingers crossed

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Just looked at the 'use with care' instructions and it says if you have an irregular heartbeat. Hmmm

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of course. the same goes for any anti arrythmic drug

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I've tried both atenolol and propranolol. My cardiologist says they are all "much of a muchness" - however, I found atenolol worked a bit better for me -

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