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Do Beta Blockers Cause Memory Loss?
My father is 83 and taking a beta blocker called metroprolol succinate, 25mg. He seems confused and has memory issues. Some people are chalking this up to old age, but I m reading that these are common side effects of beta blockers....I m not sure why the doctor has not suggested an ACE inhibitor or statin.
Thu, 18 Jul 2019
Hello,
Yes. Common side effects of metoprolol succinate may include confusion, memory problems and dizziness, tired feeling, depression etc.
Don't stop taking metoprolol suddenly. If you do, you may experience worse chest pain, a jump in blood pressure, or even have a heart attack. Stopping metoprolol is not recommended.
Consult a cardiologist to replace metoprolol with similar antiarrhythmic agents.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Enton Dore, General & Family Physician
Yes. Common side effects of metoprolol succinate may include confusion, memory problems and dizziness, tired feeling, depression etc.
Don't stop taking metoprolol suddenly. If you do, you may experience worse chest pain, a jump in blood pressure, or even have a heart attack. Stopping metoprolol is not recommended.
Consult a cardiologist to replace metoprolol with similar antiarrhythmic agents.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Enton Dore, General & Family Physician
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