Metoprolol and atenolol

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Avatar f tn Because of trying to become pregnant my doctor wanted me off of the Atenolol and on a safer medication. Though I do not have any specific problem requiring medication I do feel better on it than I do off. I do not like the palpitations and raised heart rate that I get off of my medication. Anyways, she wants me on metoprolol tartrate. Because I have been on the atenolol for 4 years I have concerns. Will this medication treat me the same as the atenolol.
Avatar f tn Anybody out there ever go from Atenolol, to Metoprolol..and actually LIKE it?? Ever have this sensation of knowing when its wearing off? I hate that.
Avatar f tn My doctor said to take atenolol in the morning and metoprolol at night for a week then switch to all atenolol. This worries me because you shouldn't mix two types of beta blockers. Since the two are similar why can't I just switch?
Avatar m tn m back on the atenolol 25mg 2x daily. hr was really high even on 50mg of metoprolol succ, and so was my bp. I was on it for 4 days and felt extremely nervous the whole time. in a month or two, I may try something else.
Avatar n tn Propranolol and metoprolol are fairly able to do so, but Atenolol is, as far as I know, not. Which means, propranolol and metoprolol can provide more cognitive side effects (forgetfullness, confusion, mood disturbances, etc.) than Atenolol. Which unfortunately means that beta blockers aren't necessarily fun meds even though all of them end with -lol :) On the other hand, some beta blockers that are able to cross the blood-brain barrier may have an anxiolytic effect.
612551 tn?1450022175 The above thread tracks with some painful detail that I am finding that my body may be adjusting to the Atenolol, and while I am now testing at 25 and 12.5 per day, I will in a couple of days go back to the 25 twice a day and see what happens. I have only minor dizziness at the 37.5 mg total per day. Another post of mine explores my experience with a Oximeter that I purchased, and it makes it fast and accurate to check my heart rate. That is also mentioned in various places in my posts.
Avatar n tn can anyone tell me side effects of atenolol as i have been on it for 6 yrs and have severe pain in feet and knees tendons in legs and ankels to the extent of if any pressure applied to these parts for length of time i cannot walk for days until pain and swelling subsides.
Avatar f tn I have been on both atenolol and metoprolol/lopressor. I have never had a problem with them causing my heart rate to jump like you are having. I do think that if you look these drugs up, they do say "may cause an increase in heart rate". I would call my doctor to let them know what is going on.
Avatar n tn I was diagnosed with PVC's 15 years ago and was put on Metoprolol 25 mg. I've now been diagnosed with depression and was prescribed Prozac 10 mg which I'm afraid to take now because of the drug interactions I've seen on the internet with these two drugs. Can I run into problems by combining these two drugs.
Avatar n tn You didn't say why, or on who's advice, you stopped taking atenolol. If that is a prescription given to you by your doctor I'd think you should take it and discuss any ideas you have about stopping with doctor before stopping. What about laying on your right side, same problem? What condition was being treated with the atenolol?
Avatar m tn Not sure about for running, but I was on Toprol and having a lot of dizziness and fatigue. I changed EP's and the new one put me on Atenolol, saying he believed i would have fewer symptoms because it does not pass the blood-brain barrier. It wouldn't hurt to ask. Good luck with this.
Avatar n tn Many people do not tolerate atenolol and find metoprolol has less symptoms. frequent urination is a common problem with atrial fibrillation when the rate is not controlled. If someone has a 6 - 12 month run of only 5-10 short mild Afib episodes, is getting off coumidin a possibility. Talk to your doctor about the CHADS2 risk score. It stands for heat failure, hypertension, age greater than 75, diabetes, and strocke/TIA.
612551 tn?1450022175 Research on the web says that Atenolol is much longer lasting than Metoprolol and suggests that Metoprolol Tartrate has to be taken twice a day... Atenolol only once ! Strangle, again, my Cardiologist who issued a prescription for Atenolol upon my request to be allowed to try it is for 25 mg twice a day.
Avatar f tn I started on the metoprolol and in 4 months I have almost regained what I lost. And I have basically continued to watch what I eat. Has this happened with anyone else? Do other beta blockers have this effect as well? My husband is on a beta blocker, and he does not have this problem.
1933354 tn?1323362834 At my request I was switched from Metoprolol Tartarate to Atenolol which is also a quick release. But, the Atenolol has a much longer half life and I think it does a better job of holding me at a sufficient medicate level 24 hours a day by taking it twice a day. I also recall the Atenolol is more selective as far as the brain barrier is concerned - not sure about allergies. I have a lot of nasal congestion, which is year around, not seasonal.
19887518 tn?1486048647 My long term experience with Metoprolol and Atenolol (similar regular release beta blockers) is my body seems to adjust over time in that my blood pressure returns to normal levels. Still I can have trouble if I make a sudden change in physical activity, say jump to my feet after sitting for more than a few minutes. I have on a few occasions fainted... happily always with a sit down on my part first... or being stabilized by a nearby person. As for fatigue, that can be a side effect for sure.
Avatar m tn I have been on beta blockers including Toprolol, Metoprolol and Atenolol which is what I am now using. All gave/give me the list of side effects you mention, but I take a larger dose, 24 mg twice a day on Atenolol. I also take a calcium channel blocker... all because of atrial fibrillation, which I have permanent. I have undergone significant shifts in dose levels, as high as 100 mg twice a day and have never developed any of the "withdrawal" symptoms you list.
Avatar f tn Does anyone know the manufacturer for lisinopril, simvastatin and metoprolol? I need help with getting these filled each month.
Avatar m tn Just feeling kind of light headed this afternoon and called cardiologist, but have not received phone cak back (this was about one hour ago). I would like to come off of this atenolol. I was thinking about taking 3/4 tablet and seeing how I feel. Anybody got any helpful advice. Thanks.
Avatar n tn By that I mean could one blocker (atenlolol)have side effects while another does noter (Metoprolol)...could one be more or less efective than another managing AFib and/or BP? THANKS......
Avatar m tn I take Atenolol and cannot take a full dose all at once. I take it 1/4's of a 25 mg. tablet and keep a check on my bp and heart rate. If it gets too low, I delay the dose. I used to take Toprol XL and I broke that in half on the advice of a nurse, even tho it was extended release. That was better. If I took a whole tablet, my bp would drop like a stone. I worked this out with my primary care doctor and my cardiologist was fine with it.
554422 tn?1220575366 Hey everyone!Well I have been on atenolol on and off for the past 8 years...I was talking to my new cardio on the phone a week ago about how my blood pressure is still pretty high when I check it..and my heart rate will shoot up from time to time..He told me to increase my atenolol.Normally I take 50 in the day and 50 at night(however honestly I cut the night dosage to 25 because i kept having bigemeny)..
Avatar m tn I am feeling the same symptoms as what you went through while off atenolol and also went to er. They did an EKG, blood work and did a chest X-ray and told me everything was fine. I thought that switching from one med to another may not cause any harm but I may be wrong. Need some advice.
Avatar n tn I have frequent PVC's (often with bigeminy) and I also have lots of reflux problems. I have been getting a lot more PVC's the past couple of weeks. I switched from Toprol XL to generic Metoprolol, and I I don't know if that has had any affect. I have also had increased reflux issues during this time. I am getting more PVC's and bigeminy than normal and am noticing it most when I lean forward, especailly while eating. Does this sound like the PVC's are coming from reflux?
Avatar f tn I recently have been looking to have some cosmetic surgery done and have been on atenolol for about a month for anxiety and sinus tachycardia (no major heart problems were found) I am 28 yrs, 134lbs, 5'6 ft.... I have had minor side effects such as: shortness of breath but no longer have it resting heart rate of 55-60 My question is has anyone had non-cardiac surgery or is surgery even safe while taking beta blockers.....
Avatar f tn ve been on Atenolol since 2003 for Afib. The Atenolol kept it under control until the last couple of years. I once complained to my family doctor that my blood pressure was so low sometimes that the top number was 85. He said, "yes, and my little old ladies that are in their 90's have lived that long because they haven't worn their hearts out with high blood pressure." So your doctor's may be right -- anyway, sounds like they agree with my doctor.