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Does Alcohol Intake Cause Atrial Fibrillation?

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Posted on Tue, 30 Sep 2014
Question: Hi-I have chronic a-fib and have tried staxyn a few times and it seems to intensify my a-fib for several days. I also drink "too much" alcohol. I know it seems like I'm answering my own question, but what are your thoughts?
P.S. I am 69 yrs. old and work out 12-14 times/ week.
.. XXXXXXX
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Answered by Dr. Benard Shehu (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Stop drinking alcohol when using Staxyn...

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX

You are reporting to have chronic a-fib and at the same time taking Staxyn (vardenafil) with drinking "too much" alcohol.

Alcohol use will reduce the positive effect on erection of Staxyn (doing so, you need a larger dose to reach the desired effect). On the other hand, alcohol use will increase the side effects of Staxyn like tachyarrhythmia, dyspnea, chest pain, etc.

I highly recommend to stop using alcohol when you are using Staxyn.

Hope it helped!
Dr.Benard
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Does Alcohol Intake Cause Atrial Fibrillation?

Brief Answer: Stop drinking alcohol when using Staxyn... Detailed Answer: Hi XXXXXXX You are reporting to have chronic a-fib and at the same time taking Staxyn (vardenafil) with drinking "too much" alcohol. Alcohol use will reduce the positive effect on erection of Staxyn (doing so, you need a larger dose to reach the desired effect). On the other hand, alcohol use will increase the side effects of Staxyn like tachyarrhythmia, dyspnea, chest pain, etc. I highly recommend to stop using alcohol when you are using Staxyn. Hope it helped! Dr.Benard