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Anxiety after coming off of bisoprolol?

6 months ago•25 Replies

Question for anyone who was on a beta blocker then came off: did you have side effects after you came off of them?I am having anxiety withdrawal symptoms after weaning off of bisoprolol. Not panic attacks or high pulse rate, but jitteriness, edginess, nervousness, no patience, unable to concentrate. Basically, feeling like my insides are climbing up the wall! I never suffered from anxiety my whole life. This is the only time, so I know it's withdrawal from this medication.

I know that when coming off of any beta blocker, your receptors that were being suppressed by the medicine now have to adjust to 100% of the epinephrine and norepinephrine in your system. And they need time to readjust, or reboot, to how your body worked pre-beta blocker. But does anyone know how long it takes, or how long it took you? It's been 7 weeks since I came off of bisoprolol and I'm still having off and on anxiety (lately, it seems more on than off). And it's really bothersome. I have Xanax to take when I really need it, but I obviously dont want to take it everyday. Plus, I know my PCP won't give me another refill because of the addiction issues with benzos. And I agree. But some days are REALLY BAD, and I just wonder when it's going to end?? Any insight would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

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DWizza6 months ago

Really sorry to hear this Dogmom, sadly I can’t help you but I’m really interested to see what others post as my consultant told me that I can try stopping my bisoprolol (only 1.25mg) as I had a pretty low resting heart rate prior to nstemi and quadruple CABG (low 50s and it’s now in the 47-48) .

Vada2020• in reply toDWizza6 months ago

I was on 1.25mg for 4 months and have weaned off …over 2 weeks .at this moment no problems

DWizza• in reply toVada20206 months ago

When you say weaned off , how did you do that , take a tablet every other day for example? Do you feel any different having stopped ? Any change in heart rate ? Thank you for sharing .

Vada2020• in reply toDWizza6 months ago

Yeah every other day..I felt they were the reason for my lightheadedness reacting with my sugar medication and as you have literally got to be your own doctor I tried this..my blood pressure still low like it was while on them.

DWizza• in reply toVada20206 months ago

Ace ! (see what I did there 🤦🏼🤣) . Think I will give that method a try 👍🏻 . Thank you

Vada2020• in reply toDWizza6 months ago

Hope you get some joy..we are all different but I’m happy I found people on here with the same side effects as me.thought I was going mad😂

slumberdow6 months ago

You have my full sympathy. I have been to hell and back with it, both while I was on it and coming off. I have now been put on valium reluctantly to try and help. Some people seem to have no problems and others suffer. I am susceptible to some medications which makes things difficult . I am still struggling at 10 weeks off and I was only on 1.25.

Dogmom419• in reply toslumberdow6 months ago

I'm from the US. My doctor gave me Xanax to use when I need it (no refills). Which is fine because I don't want to worry about getting addicted to that. And up to this point, I've only had to use it 2 days every 2 weeks. But this week, not sure why, has been HORRIBLE! I've taken 1 pill every day the last 4 days. Low dose (25 mg) but still. I figured at 8 weeks out, I would be filling much better than this. That's what has me worried. If I knew what to take or do, I'd do it.

Marmite76 months ago

Really interesting replies, I am on 1.25mg as well and was going to ask my GP if I could stop the tablet. From peoples responses, I am not so sure now.

Walverden• in reply toMarmite76 months ago

I was on 1.25mg after heart bypass surgery.

9 months after surgery I was still not feeling well. Getting out of breath going up stairs etc. I had suspected the bisoprolol for a few months. Had various tests at the heart institute and everything was ok. GP advised stopping bisoprolol for a month to see how I got on and alsmost immediately I felt fit and well and the breathlessness went.

Pauldoherty6 months ago

Have been on them for 9 months and been ok hope you get it sorted

Qualipop6 months ago

I had absolutely no problems but I was only on the lowest dose. I actually felt far far better without it as it had completely knocked me for 6 . However I have often read that it should be reduced gradually....

Dogmom4196 months ago

And it never fails to amaze me that people like you don't know the difference between an opinion and a fact. When something is backed by scientific evidence and proof, it is called a fact. Scientists and doctors have been able to prove the causes behind depression and anxiety by studying and gathering proof over the years.Just because you don't like a fact doesn't make it an opinion.

Maybe try googling opinion versus fact, and what they both entail.

Bellissim06 months ago

what an idiotic reply, Dogmom said had never suffered with anxiety their whole life up until now then you start spouting with your caveman attitude.

Hang your head in shame and educate yourself you prat.

Dogmom4196 months ago

No, I believe it's a fact because it has scientific evidence to back it up. THAT'S why it is a fact. And I refuse to engage with people who will not accept facts just because they don't like them.

Life is too short...so bye !!! 👋

Dogmom4196 months ago

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Dogmom4196 months ago

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Loobycare6 months ago

Reported

Fazer8006 months ago

Ahh, the famous 'opinion' claim.Opinions are like an arsehole they say right?

Everybody has one!

NOW... The really important bit... knowing it from your elbow!

You can shove your opinion up your elbow friend.

As Stated... A forum for people with serious health concerns, isn't the place.

Morons.com is what you're looking for.

🤡

WizardsEnd6 months ago

Didn't have side effects coming off, just felt considerably better because of not having the side effects when I was on them!

Dogmom4196 months ago

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Loobycare6 months ago

Wrong actually - I stood up to bullies like you and still do! Hence the reporting. You do not belong in a forum where the members actively seek to guide, reassure, support and offer information - you are completely unsuitable as a member of the forum I just described and I hope the moderators can see this also.

Loobycare6 months ago

Duly reported at your request.

Loobycare6 months ago

The level of immaturity is insane, don't you think?