Sotolol side effects and beta blocker content

[Teignfisher]

I have been on 40mg Sotolol since my pacemaker was fitted about 18 months ago and since then have been fatigued with aching legs. Ido not tolerate beta blockers only a maximum of 2.5mg of bisoporol and am wondering how much beta blocker is in 40mg of Sotolol. The combination of pacemaker and Sotolol has certainly stopped the AF but I do feel fatigued but perhaps that is the result of turning 70!!

Any comments would be most useful.

[meadfoot]

Perhaps it is time to revisit your cardiologist for a review, or the nurse specialist who undertakes your pacemaker checks as a starting pojnt. Perhaps your meds needs reviewing.

I watched a doctor on tv recently who said people of 70 plus should not assume it's down to their age and it's best to get a health review or meds review as appropriate. Bet they can improve things for you.

Excellent that your af is under control. Best wishes.

[Teignfisher in reply to meadfoot]

Hi Meadfoot thank you for your kind interest and support I will see what the results of my blood test reveal

Kind regards

Mel

[Mike11]

Sotalol has beta blocker properties as well as anti-arthythmic properties so you may want to discuss reducing your dosage with your EP until you find the optimal dosage to keep any AF in check.

[Teignfisher in reply to Mike11]

Thank you for your helpful comments

I have been thinking along these lines

Kind regards

Mel