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Suggest Alternative Medication For Calcium Channel Blockers

I have been successfully using a calcium channel blocker for heart pounding and irregular heartbeats after a stress heart attack. My dentist wants me to use a different type of meds as he says this type is causing an overgrowth of my gums. What can be successfully substituted for calcium channel blockers?
Fri, 24 Oct 2014
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You are concerned about gum hypertrophy from your calcium channel blocker for heart attack. In my practice I would recommend switching to a beta blocker. The beta blocker does not cause any gum problems and it will also help reduce heart rate reduce angina and protect your heart. I recommend that you see your doctor to see if a beta blocker is appropriate for you.

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Suggest Alternative Medication For Calcium Channel Blockers

Thanks for contacting HCM You are concerned about gum hypertrophy from your calcium channel blocker for heart attack. In my practice I would recommend switching to a beta blocker. The beta blocker does not cause any gum problems and it will also help reduce heart rate reduce angina and protect your heart. I recommend that you see your doctor to see if a beta blocker is appropriate for you. Hope this answers your question. Please contact us again with your health care questions and concerns