Heart Palpitations

About a year ago my dr prescribed flecainide 100mg twice daily started taking it at home no warnings of problems I was diagnosed with palpitations. It was working nearly perfect. Now a year later and fifty pounds lighter (done on purpose)I'm struggling with near constant fluttering ,skips,occasional pain and numbness. Everything I read says this drug is for serious problems. Went to the ER recently was asked why I was on it. I'm now really worried. I feel awful half the time. Should I worry?

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Hello, Sus! How are you doing? I'm sorry about the problems that you're having.

Have you stopped taking it? Have you consulted your cardiologist?

Unless your cardio feels there is something to be concerned about, you're probably worrying needlessly. Many people take this medication for far longer periods of time, without dangerous events occurring.

The fluttering feeling and palpitations in general aren't usually anything to worry about, unless accompanied by other symptoms.

Did they find a reason for the pain and numbness?

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