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What Causes PVCs And Tiredness While On Metoprolol?

My doctor recently prescribed me 25mg metoprolol. The metoprolol is for PVC s that I am constantly experiencing. They never go away and are often so strong that I cannot sleep at night. I have had an ultra sound, ECG, stress test and worn a holter monitor. Specialist said my heart looks good except a leaky valve which she seemed unconcerned about. This medication makes me feel so tired and I am concerned about the long term use of it. I have stopped taking it until today because my pvc s are so strong. Is this medication safe to take for this purpose? is there another way to deal with pvc s? i have had them for 10 months now.
Mon, 2 Jul 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Its safe to take them for long term as well usually. This is safest way to deal with vpcs other than lifestyle modifications. Other antiarrhythmic are available but possibility of side effects is there. These are frequently associated with MVP, also caffeine, alcohol, thyroid problems may aggravate these. You should also get thyroid test done. Also, acidity may aggravate those. So try to avoid these factors. Have beta blockers at night if too much tiredness is occurring.

Hope this helps you and get back if you have any doubts.
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What Causes PVCs And Tiredness While On Metoprolol?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Its safe to take them for long term as well usually. This is safest way to deal with vpcs other than lifestyle modifications. Other antiarrhythmic are available but possibility of side effects is there. These are frequently associated with MVP, also caffeine, alcohol, thyroid problems may aggravate these. You should also get thyroid test done. Also, acidity may aggravate those. So try to avoid these factors. Have beta blockers at night if too much tiredness is occurring. Hope this helps you and get back if you have any doubts.