I have had and AV node ablation and a PVI in an effort to control my AF . I was given sotalol and it seems to agree with me. I am usually sensitive to most drugs. Unfortunately although it is said that it makes the BP plunge the opposite has happened to me. I do take a diuretic - indapamide, but since starting sotalol my BP has climbed even higher 188/102. I have to see my GP this Friday but I don`t know what to suggest as they have tried various drugs Ramipril, Lisinopril, Verapamil, frusemide, but I have had adverse reaction to them. The last one was Losartan (I was in hospital at the time)and the adverse reaction was severe chest pain and I ended up with a spray for angina which I don`t have. This reaction resolved when I stopped taking losartan.
The doctor in the hospital told me to explore candesartan but I am reluctant. Is there anyone who has taken this drug with success.
Thank you