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Switching From Metoprolol Er To Diltiazem Cd
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Lee Says:
Is it safe to switch from Metoprolol ER to Diltiazem CD without tapering off Metoprolol? And how long does it usually take Diltiazem CD capsules to get me out of AFib eppisode.
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Well, similar to the way the Metoprolol works, Diltiazem is not going to get you out of an A-Fib episode, what it does is help regulate the heart function to help prevent them from occurring to begin with.
As to the direct switch, I am not sure and would suggest double checking with your doctor. The Metoprolol can cause rebound effects to your heart rate and blood pressure, if it is stopped abruptly. It may be necessary to taper off of it, or to adjust the initial doses of the Diltiazem to accommodate for this possibility.
I had to stop taking Metoprolol abruptly, since I had very bad reactions to it, so my doctor just upped my dosage of the replacement medication for a month.
https://rxchat.com/wiki/Diltiazem/
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