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How To Manage Dosage Interval Of Metoprolol For Atrial Fibrillation?
I have Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation and have been taking 50mg of Metoprolol twice a day.(for 2 years now) When working dayshift, would take meds at 5:30am and 5:30 pm. Now I am on a different shift at a new job. 3:00 pm to 1:30 am. How can I adjust my system for metoprolol for these adjusted hours ?
Tue, 3 Mar 2015
Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Praveen G's Response
Hello Welcome to HCM. Thanks for posting your query. I understand your concerns. As you were taking the tablet morning and night, try to take it now also at the same time.
By doing you will not be disturbing your body's circadian rhythm.
Thank you
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How To Manage Dosage Interval Of Metoprolol For Atrial Fibrillation?
Hello Welcome to HCM. Thanks for posting your query. I understand your concerns. As you were taking the tablet morning and night, try to take it now also at the same time. By doing you will not be disturbing your body s circadian rhythm. Thank you