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I was taking atenolol for my heart rate now there is a manufacturer issue. Have been switched to metoprolol was my original med but switched to the cheaper atenolol 3 years ago. Back on metoprolol but not working as good . Clinic knows. I was looking for alternatives because my heart rate is up. On this site, so I can discuss with my Dr any alternative I can find.
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Honestly speaking, metoprolol itself is better drug than Atenolol. So I don't know why you are not improving with metoprolol. Just check about dosage of metoprolol you are taking. It might be under dose. Another effective cardiac selective beta blockers are carvedilol, bisoprolol. You can ask about these drugs with your doctor. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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Suggest An Alternative Of Metroprolol
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Honestly speaking, metoprolol itself is better drug than Atenolol. So I don t know why you are not improving with metoprolol. Just check about dosage of metoprolol you are taking. It might be under dose. Another effective cardiac selective beta blockers are carvedilol, bisoprolol. You can ask about these drugs with your doctor. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.